Introduction To Physical Activity And Health Flashcards
(13 cards)
What does physical activity mean? ( Sports)
Any bodily movement produced by the skeletal muscles that results in energy expenditure
What does physical activity mean? (Everyday )
People moving, acting and performing within culturally specific spaces and contexts, and influenced by a unique array of interests, emotions, ideas, instructions and relationships
What is leisure time physical activity?
Leisure time physical activity includes any form of activity undertaken during leisure( non-work) time such as exercise
What is leisure time physical activity?
Leisure time physical activity includes any form of activity undertaken during leisure( non-work) time such as exercise
How much time does leisure time physical activity take up?
Leisure time physical activity only accounts for an estimated 5-10% of total energy expenditure, but it has been the predominant focus of epidemiological research
How much time does leisure time physical activity take up?
Leisure time physical activity only accounts for an estimated 5-10% of total energy expenditure, but it has been the predominant focus of epidemiological research
What is occupational physical activity?
Occupational physical refers to any activity related to employment and may-depending on the job role contribute substantial fractions of daily activity
What does active travel mean?
Active travel generally refers to physical activity based travel that is not for the purpose of leisure, such as cycling or walking to work. Engagement in active travel appears to have declined in recent years
Domestic physical activity meaning?
Domestic activities, such as cleaning and gardening, also contribute towards total physical activity levels, and older adults spend a greater proportion of time in domestic activities
What are the domains of physical activity during childhood and adolescence
Organised physical activity, non-organised physical activity, active transport and active chores/work
What does the term exercise mean?
A subset of physical activity that is planned, structured, repetitive, and purposeful in the sense that improvement or maintenance of physical fitness is the objective
What does the term sport mean?
“All forms of physical activity, which, through casual or organised participation aim at expressing or improving physical fitness and mental well-being, forming social relationships or obtaining results in competition at all levels”
What does the term physical fitness mean?
A set of physical attributes related to a persons ability to perform physical activity successfully, without undue strain and with a margin of safety. Allows one to meet the demands of daily living and or provides the basis for sporting performance
