Soc 22 - Emotional, Physcial And Social Health

Question 1

What are the benefits of physical activity on Physical health?

Answer 1

Cardivascular fitness - More efficient cardiovascular system and reduced chance of CHD
Muscular Strength and Endurance - muscular hypertrophy strenghtens muscles
Body Composition - keeps a healthy body weight, can reduce fat and reduce risk of type 2 diabetes

Question 2

What are the benefits of physical activity on emotional activity?

Answer 2

Relieving stress - releases seretonin (feel good hormone) and endorphins which improve your mood
Aestetics - can be beautiful to watch, improving mood
Self esteem - being good at sport can boost confidence and self esteem

Question 3

What are the benefits of physical activity on social health?

Answer 3

Cooperation - team sports inprove cooperation and teach teamworking skill
Freindships - playing in a team can generate freindships that can last a lifetime
Attirude - sport can teach skills of respect and courage when played in the right way

Question 4

What are the positives and negatives of physical activity on well being?

Answer 4

Positives:

• helps you cope with the physical side of life
• lowers risk of psychological illness
• improves body composition

Negatives:

• puts you at risk of sport related injuries
• can lead to obsessive intrest in body composition
• competetive pressure can lead to psychological problems