Soc 24 The Consequences Of A Sedentary Lifestyle

Question 1

How will an increase in ‘Physical Activity’ level help a individual?

Answer 1

Regular activity can improve physical, social and mental wellbeing.

Question 2

What is meant by the term a Sedentary Lifestyle?

Answer 2

A lifestyle lacking in physical activity.

Question 3

How can a Sedentary Lifestyle impact an individual’s Long Term Health?

Answer 3

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

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 eventually obese. This can limit a individual’s ability to take part in regular exercise.

Question 5

What are the characteristics of being overweight?

Answer 5

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.

Question 6

What are the characteristics of being overfat?

Answer 6

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).

Question 7

What are the characteristics of being obese?

Answer 7

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

Question 8

What are the health problems related to obesity?

Answer 8

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

Question 9

How can a Sedentary Lifestyle impact sporting performance?

Answer 9

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.