WHAT IS PHYSICAL ACTIVITY? Flashcards
Any bodily movement is considered as ______________________________
Physical Activity
it is characterized by little
or no physical activity, poses harm to our overall health.
Sedentary lifestyle,
what are the impacts of sedentary lifestyle?
Discomfort in moving.
Weight gain.
Musculoskeletal injuries.
Non-communicable diseases.
When we lack movement, the surrounding tissue around our
joints stiffens and tightens resulting to discomfort in moving.
Discomfort in moving.
When we lack
physical activity, these calories will not be burned and will be stored up as fats.
Weight gain.
When we lack movement, the joints cannot maximize its
range of motion which may result in the development of arthritis and joint pain.
Musculoskeletal injuries.
Physical inactivity is a risk factor for developing
hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, hyperlipidemia (high levels of fats and
cholesterol in the bloodstream) and cancer.
Non-communicable diseases.
true or false
Movement improves physiological functioning. Thus, a physically active person is more likely
to become productive in any task that he/she does.
true
what are the happy hormones?
Endorphins
Serotonin
Dopamine
drives an individual to do the things they love over and over again. The
more pleasure you get from exercise, the more motivated you become to exercise.
Dopamine -
a hormone that is responsible for giving a physically active individual, the
gifts of deep sleep, a more control on appetite and improved mood.
Serotonin -
these are the natural painkillers of the body.
Endorphins -
true or false
Physical activity can be done at home and in the workplace.
true
true or false
People who suffer from discomfort in moving are discouraged from engaging in
physical activity to prevent further injuries.
true
true or false
Physical inactivity can alter the dangers of a sedentary lifestyle.
false
TRUE OR FALSE
Movement is an indication of life.
TRUE
TRUE OR FALSE
Lack of movement poses great harm to one’s health.
TRUE
activities are often teacher-led (just like in a P.E. class) or supervised by
an adult, repetitive and organized.
Structured physical
is usually in the form of free play such as playing during break time in school, playing tag games, hide and
seek, and the like.
unstructured physical activity
Children age 5-17 years old should accumulate _______________ of moderate to vigorous physical activity a day.
60 MINUTES
Adults age 18-64 should have at least _________________ of moderate level of aerobic physical activity per week.
150 minutes
Strength exercises should be done at least ________________________ with a one-day rest interval.
twice a week
Children age _________ years old should accumulate 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity a day.
5-17
Adults age _______________ should have at least 150 minutes of moderate level of aerobic physical activity per week.
18-64
TRUE OR FALSE
Healthy eating habits and active lifestyle are key elements in maintaining a better quality of life.
true
TRUE OR FALSE
Physical education classes are an example of unstructured physical activity.
FALSE
TRUE OR FALSE
Strength exercises should be done on a day to day basis.
FALSE
TRUE OR FALSE
A seven-year-old boy is expected to engage in at least 150 minutes of physical
activity per week.
FALSE
TRUE OR FALSE
Physical activities should be based on the individual’s capacity and interest.
TRUE
WHAT IS NUMBER 1 IN THE RPE (RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION CHART
VERY LIGHT ACTIVITY: WATCHING TV, RIDING IN A CAR ETC
WHAT IS NUMBER 2-3 IN THE RPE (RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION CHART
WHAT IS NUMBER 4-6 IN THE RPE (RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION CHART
WHAT IS NUMBER 7-8 IN THE RPE (RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION CHART
WHAT IS NUMBER 9 IN THE RPE (RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION CHART
WHAT IS NUMBER 10 IN THE RPE (RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION CHART
high levels of fats and
cholesterol in the bloodstream)
hyperlipidemia
These are activities that are part of our daily routine.
Examples may include sweeping the floor, washing
the dishes, active transportation such as walking or
running, etc.
DAY TO DAY PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
These are exercises that make our heart efficient in
supplying oxygenated blood throughout the body.
Examples of this type of physical activity include
swimming, cycling, walking, running and jogging.
AEROBIC EXERCISE
Recreational and leisure activities are physical
activities whose primary objective is participation
and enjoyment. These may include playing
outdoors and participating in sports activities.
RECREATIONAL and LEISURE ACTIVITIES
exercises that makes our
muscles and bones strong. It includes activities
that involve skipping, hopping and jumping, lifting
weights, etc. Examples of these exercises are
playing jump rope and monkey bars, lifting
weights, sit-ups, curl-ups, and push-ups.
are exercises that help our body parts to maximize its
full range of motion. Examples of this type of
activity are stretching and yoga.
EXERCISE for STRENGTH and FLEXIBILITY
