Soc 24 : The Consequences Of A Sedentary Lifestyle Flashcards
1
Q
What is a sedentary lifestyle ?
A
A lifestyle lacking physical activity
2
Q
What are the 4 long term health impacts of a sedentary lifestyle ?
A
- Heart desiese
- high blood pressure
- diabetes
- it can lead to an individual becoming overweight , overfat and then obese
3
Q
What are the characteristics of being overweight ?
A
- a person who weighs more than expected for his or hers height and sex
- someone who is overweight might have a large muscle mass or bone structure . Helping sports like rugby
4
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What are the characteristics of being overfat ?
A
- overfat describes someone who has a high body fat content and might be overweight . Being overfat can lead to health problems (high blood pressure)
5
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What are the characteristics of being obese ?
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- an obese person is over weight and has extremely high body fat levels . Obesity can result from eating too much , a lack of physical activity and genetic factors.
6
Q
Give me 7 health problems related to obesity ?
A
- depression
- mobility issues
- strokes
- heart desiese
- cancer
- type 2 diabetes
- osteoarthritis
7
Q
How can a sedentary lifestyle impact sporting performance ?
A
- a sedentary lifestyle will have negative impacts on all components of fitness . It additionally can lead to injury due to loss of muscle tone , posture and brittle bones
