Word Bank - Physical Activity Flashcards
Cardiovascular disease
Effects the heart and boold vessels, increased risk, high blood pressure, unhealthy diet, lack of exercise, smoking
Type ll diabetes
Can be developed by unhealthy habbits, involves the bodies insulin which effects the blood suger
Osteoporosis
Chronic (long term) disease brittle bones, commen in older people and women. Loose calcium
Sedentary behaviour
Sitting or laying down, watching tv
Physical activity
Any bodily movement produced by muscles that require energy.
Moderate intensity
Aerobic physical activity, hard enough to rais the heart rate and break a sweat.
Vigorous intensity
Involves a large amount of effort, resulting in higher heat rate and rapid breathing. Only in short bursts