physical activity Flashcards
form of bodily movement that results in use of energy
physical activity
examples of physical activity
aerobic, running, dance, walking with moderate pace, bicycling, house cleaning, sport-basketball, stretching, weight training, boxing
why physical activity is important
to prevent and manage non-communicable diseases
lower bp
boost levels of good cholesterol
keep weight under control
benefits of physical activity
strengthen bones and muscles
improve ability to do daily activities
increase your chances of living longer
helps maintain a healthy body weight
more confidence
contributes to overall health and well-being
physical activity that is planned, structured, and repetitive for the purpose of conditioning any part of the body
exercise
3 main types of exercise
cardiovascular exercise
strength or resistance training
flexibility exercise
repetitive, rhythmic exercise that increases your heart rate and requires you to use more oxygen.
cardiovascular exercise
process of building and maintaining muscles in the body by using progressively heavier weights. also called resistance training, weight lifting, and body building
strength or resistance training
it helps you become more limber which makes certain activities of daily living easier
flexibility exercises
true or false
All physical activity is exercise
FALSE
goal of exercise
to increase physical fitness
complex network of organs, cells, and proteins that defends the body against infection, whilst protecting the body’s own cells.
immune system
body’s tool for preventing or limiting infections
immune system
role of immune system
to protect you from foreign invaders
fight harmful substances and germs
serve as a police that patrols everywhere
ways in strengthening immune system
vaccines
eat properly
physically active
maintaining healthy weight
enough sleep
not smoking
avoiding excessive alcohol use
minimize stress
