SOC 24 The Consequence Of A Sedentary Lifestyle Flashcards
Sedentary lifestyle
A lifestyle lacking in physical activity
How can a Sedentary Lifestyle impact an individual’s Long Term
Health?
It can lead to a wide variety of health problems, including heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and an increase risk of osteoporosis.
What are the consequences of a Sedentary Lifestyle on an
individual’s Weight?
It can lead to an individual becoming overweight, overfat and eventually obese. This can limit a individual’s ability to take part in regular exercise.
What are the characteristics of being overweight?
A person who is overweight weighs more than expected for his or hers height and sex. Someone who is overweight might have a large muscle mass or bone structure. This would help in sports like rugby
What are the characteristics of being overf
Over fat describes someone who has a high body fat content and might be overweight. Being overfat can lead to health problems (high blood pressure)
What are the characteristics of being obese?
An obese person is overweight and has extremely high body fat levels. Obesity can result from eating too much, a lack of physical activity and genetic factors
What are the health problems related to obesity?
Depression, mobility issues, osteoarthritis, strokes, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, cancer.
How can a Sedentary Lifestyle impact sporting performance?
A sedentary lifestyle will have a negative impact on the all components of fitness. It additionally can lead to injury due to loss of muscle tone posture and brittle bones.
How will an increase in ‘Physical Activity’ level help a
individual?
Regular activity can improve physical, social and mental
wellbeing.