Soc23the Consequences Of A Sedentary Lifestyle Flashcards
1
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What is a sedentary lifestyle
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When there is little to no exercise/activity, increasing the likelyhood of getting cardiovascular diseases.
2
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How did jerry morris impact the public health policy?
A
Excess of london bus drivers sitting down for long periods of time, many of the drivers had coronary heart disease
3
Q
A possible effect for being overweight on the cardiovascukar system
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Increase resting heart rate
4
Q
Long term affects of a sedentary lifestyle
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Joint damage
Osteoperosis
5
Q
How does nicotine affect the body
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Raises heart rate and blood pressure
6
Q
How can exercise increase someones self esteem
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Exercising regularly increases someones muscke mass, looking more aesthetically pleasing, increasing someones self esteem.
7
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Emotional benefit of exercise
A
Increase self esteem
