Soc 24 Flashcards

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How will an increase in Physical activity level help an individual

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Regular activity can improve physical, social and mental wellbeing

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What is meant by the term sedentary lifestyle

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A lifestyle lacking in physical activity

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How can a sedentry lifestyle impact an individuals Long term health

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It can lead to a wide variety of health problems including heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and an increase risk of osteoperosis

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What are the consequences of a Sedentry Lifestyle on an Individuals weight?

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It can lead to an individual becoming overweight, overfat and eventually obese. This can limit a individuals ability to take part in regular exercise

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What are characteristsics of being overweight

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A person who is overweight weighs more than expected for their sex

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What are characteristics of being overfat

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Overfat describes someome who has a high body fat content and might be overweight. Being overfat can lead to heart problems

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What are the characteristics of being obese

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An obese person is overweight and has extremely high body fat levels. Obesity can result from eating too muvh, a lack of physical activity and genetic factors

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What are the health problems related to obesity

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Depression, mobility issues, osteoarthritis,strokes, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, cancer

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How can a sedentry lifestyle impact sporting performance

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