Soc 24 : The Consequences Of A Sedentary Lifestyle

Question 1

What is a sedentary lifestyle ?

Answer 1

A lifestyle lacking physical activity

Question 2

What are some long term health impacts of a sedentary lifestyle ?

Answer 2

Heart disease
Diabetes
High blood pressure
Increase of osteoporosis

Question 3

What can a sedentary lifestyle also lead to in terms of weight ?

Answer 3

It can lead to you becoming overweight , overfat and eventually obese . This can limit a persons ability to take part in regular exercise

Question 4

What are the characteristics of being overweight ?

Answer 4

A person who is overweight weighs more than expected for his or hers height and sex .
Someone who is overweight may have a large muscle mass or bone structure . This would help in sports like rugby

Question 5

What are the characteristics of being overfat ?

Answer 5

Overfat describes someone who has a high body fat content and might be overweight . Being overfat can lead to health problems . (High blood pressure)

Question 6

What are the characteristics of being obese ?

Answer 6

An obese person is overweight and has extremely high body fat levels . Obesity can result from eating too much , a lack of physical activity or genetic factors

Question 7

What are 3 health problems related to obesity ?

Answer 7

Depression
Mobility issues
Cancer

Question 8

How can a sedentary lifestyle impact sporting performances ?

Answer 8

A sedentary lifestyle will have a negative impact on all components of fitness . It additionally can lead to injury due to loss of muscle tone , posture and brittle bones