Physiology: The contribution which physical activity makes to health and fitness

Question 1

Define health

Answer 1

A state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing in the absence of disease or illness

Question 2

Define fitness

Answer 2

The ability to cope with the demands of the environment

Question 3

Define exercise

Answer 3

An activity that requires physical or mental exertion and is performed to improve or maintain fitness

Question 4

Define sedentary

Answer 4

Sitting down or being physically inactive for long periods of time

Question 5

Give 3 benefits of HIIT training on health

Answer 5

1. Improves levels of cardiovascular endurance
2. Which reduces the risk of obesity
3. Which reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease

Question 6

Give 3 benefits of PNF on health

Answer 6

1. Improves flexibility
2. Which improves posture and body shape
3. Reducing the risk of arthiritis

Question 7

Give 3 benefits of weight training

Answer 7

1. Leads to improved strength
2. Which increases bone density
3. Reducing the risk of osteoporosis

Question 8

Give 3 psychological benefits of exercise

Answer 8

1. Releases endorphins
2. Catharsis - release stress
3. Improves focus

Question 9

Give 3 social benefits of exercise

Answer 9

1. Allows individuals to make friends
2. Reduces the strain on the NHS
3. Reduces the likelihood of crime
4. Can help to boost the economy