Soc 22 - Physical Activity Flashcards
1
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Positive impact of physical activity on well-being
A
• Gives you a lower resting heart rate and lower blood pressure
• Can help weight control
• Gives you stronger bones
• Improves your body composition
2
Q
Negative impact of physical activity on well-being
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Puts you at risk of sport-related injury
• Time off to recover from injury can lead to psychological problems
• Stresses and needs of a particular sport can lead to long-term health problems
• Can lead to obsessive interest in body shape or composition
3
Q
Impact of physical activity on physical health
A
Muscles strengthened. Better looking body. Reduce risk of heart disease and stroke. Decreased BPM. Maintaining helathy bodyweight.