SOC1 Relationship Between Health And Fitness

Question 1

Defintions of Health

Answer 1

a state of complete emotional/psychological, physical and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease and infirmity.

Question 2

Definition of Exercise

Answer 2

physical activity that maintains or improves health and fitness.

Question 3

Definition of Fitness

Answer 3

ability to meet the demands of the environment.

Question 4

Definition of Performance

Answer 4

how well a task is completed.

Question 5

Definition of Sedentary

Answer 5

lacking in physical activity.

Question 6

Definition of Hypokinetic Disease

Answer 6

a disease caused by a lack of physical activity or sedentary lifestyle.

Question 7

Name 2 physical benefits of exercise?

Answer 7

• Increase cardiovascular fitness
• Improve strength
• Improve muscular endurance
• Increase flexibility
• Improve body composition
• Improve performance

Question 8

Name 2 Social benefits of exercise

Answer 8

• Mix with others
• Make new friends
• Develop teamwork/co-operation skills
•Work with others

Question 9

Name 2 Emotional/Psychological benefits of exercise

Answer 9

• Relieve or prevent stress and tension
• Psychological challenge (can I do it?)
• Increase self-esteem and confidence
• Help the individual feel good
• Appreciate an improved body shape/ composition
• Contribute to the enjoyment of life