Physical Activity
T/F Exercise needs to be very strenuous to be effective.
False
During diastole the heart _______.
Relaxes
T/F Ideal BMI (body mass index) should be more than 25.
False
Physical Activity helps keeps you at a healthy __________.
Weight
What is the response of the body to any demand placed on it?
Stress
Physical Activity makes your __________, _________, and _________ stronger.
Muscles, lungs and heart
During systole the heart ________.
Contracts
What is the most common source of energy for the body?
Carbohydrates
In order to to lose weight you must consume less of these than you burn each day.
Calories
What is a good relaxing tool you can use anywhere?
Breathing
Trigger points/stiffness in the chest, neck, shoulders, and upper and lower back are caused by what activity?
Sitting and/or being sedentary
A myocardial infarct is commonly called a _______ ________. (two words)
Heart Attack
What regulates body temperature and transports all the other nutrients and metabolic wastes?
Water
One pound of fat is equivalent to approximately how many calories?
3,500
What are the physiological effects of acute stress?
Heart rate and blood pressure increase; breathing becomes more rapid; blood flow increases throughout the body; skin gets cool and clammy; digestion slows down.
True
How many chambers does the heart have?
4
These are the three macronutrients. All our food is made out of these three components.
Carbohydrates, proteins, and fat.
What are S.M.A.R.T. goals?
Goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Timely.
A system of exercises which includes breath control, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures, and is widely practiced for health and relaxation.
Yoga
The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommends _______ minutes of moderate physical activity each week for adults.
150 Minutes
Blood is pumped to the lungs through the ___________ artery.
Pulmonary
The American Heart Association suggests an added-sugar limit of no more than ________ for women a day and ____ for men a day. Answer can be teaspoons, calories, or grams.
6 teaspoon (24 grams) for women
9 teaspoons (36 grams) for men
OR 100 calories
Which nationally recognized professional can help with weight management through nutrition counseling and medical nutrition therapy.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN/RD).
What are some things you need to have a happy and full life?
Physical activity, stress management, proper nutrition.