Physical Benefits
Physical activity can help regulate ____ patterns, leading to better quality ____ and reduced ____-related disorders.
Sleep
Physical activity has been linked to better cognitive function, including improved ______, attention, and problem-solving skills.
Memory
The __________ population is defined as "the inhabitants with excessive weight presenting health risks because of the high proportion of body fat"
Overweight/Obese
Austrian citizens engage in less physical activity than Americans
False
Physical activity helps to build and maintain strong _______ and bones, reducing the risk of osteoporosis and other bone-related disorders.
Muscles
Physical activity can reduce the levels of ______ hormones in the body and help to manage ______ more effectively.
(both blanks are same word)
Stress
A _________ lifestyle is a risk factor even for those who meet exercise guidelines.
Sedentary
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a reliable indicator for how healthy someone is
False
Regular physical activity can strengthen the _____ and improve health by reducing the risk of _____ disease, stroke, and high blood pressure.
Heart
Physical activity can promote feelings of __________ and well-being, reducing symptoms of stress and anxiety.
Relaxation
Physical inactivity can lead to poor ______________ health, resulting in a variety of heart-related diseases
cardiovascular
Exercise behavior is influenced by personal factors (such as self-efficacy), behavioral factors (such as reinforcement), and environmental factors (such as social support).
Social Cognition
You should listen to your body, even when it tells you not to excercise
True. It's important to pay attention to the signals your body tells you. If that means taking some time off of physical activity, that's okay.
Regular physical activity can improve ___________ and _______, reducing the risk of falls and injuries, particularly in older adults.
Flexibility and Balance
25 minutes of ________ to ____ intensity activity is enough to significantly reduce symptoms of depression
moderate to high
Physical inactivity is highly correlated with instances of depression, _______, and poor cognitive function
This model aligns with people who are more likely to engage in physical activity if they believe that it will have positive health outcomes
Health Belief Model
Muscle strengthening excercises should not be performed more than twice weekly
False, the WHO reccomends muscle strengthening excercise at least twice weekly
Physical activity can boost _____ ________, reducing the risk of infectious diseases and chronic illnesses.
Immune function
Physical activity can improve self-______ and self-__________, particularly when individuals meet their fitness goals or participate in team sports
self esteem and self confidence
9%
This theory suggests that exercise behavior is influenced by individual attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control.
Theory of Planned control
The WHO and CDC reccomends more physical activity for children than adults
True