Soc1 : Relationship Between Health And Fitness Flashcards
Defenition of health
A state of complete emotional/pyschological, physical and social well- being , and not merely the absence of disease and infirmity .
Defenition of exercise
physical activity that maintains or improves health and fitness.
Defenition of fitness
ability to meet the demands of the environment.
Defenition of performance
how well a task is completed.
Defenition of sedentary
lacking in physical activity.
Defenition of hypokinetic disease
a disease caused by a lack of physical activity or sedentary lifestyle.
Name 2 physical benefits of excersize
• Increase cardiovascular fitness
• Improve strength
• Improve muscular endurance
• Increase flexibility
• Improve body composition
• Improve performance
Name 2 social benefits of exercise
• Mix with others
• Make new friends
• Develop teamwork/co-operation skills
•Work with others
Name 2 emotional benefits of exercise
• 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