Soc 24 - The Consequences of a Sedentary Lifestyle

Question 1

How will an increase in ‘physical activity’ level help a individual

Answer 1

Regular physical activity can improve physical, social and mental wellbeing

Question 2

What is meant by a sedentary lifestyle

Answer 2

A lifestyle lacking physical activity

Question 3

How can a sedentary lifestyle impact an individual’s long term health

Answer 3

Variety of health problems:
Heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and an increase risk of osteoprosis

Question 4

What are the consequences of a sedentary lifestyle on an individual’s weight

Answer 4

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

Question 5

What does it mean to be overweight

Answer 5

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

Question 6

Characteristics of being overweight

Answer 6

They might have a large muscle, mass or bone structure

Question 7

What does it mean to be overfat

Answer 7

Describes someone who has high body fat content and might be overweight

Question 8

What does it mean to be obese

Answer 8

A person is overweight and has extremely high body fat levels

Question 9

Health problems related to obesity

Answer 9

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

Question 10

How can a sedentary lifestyle impact sporting performance

Answer 10

Negative impact on componants of fitness. It additionally can lead to injury due to loss of muscle tone posture and brittle bones