Stress Less
How many hours of sleep are recommended a night for the average adult?
7-9 hours
On average, how many times a day does the heart beat?
100,000 beats
A consistent reading of what blood pressure measurement is an indicator of high blood pressure?
130/80
What type of exercise includes poses like eagle and scorpion?
Yoga
Did you know? You can attend free yoga classes every week!
What year was PWC founded?
1731
How many minutes of exercise should you be getting every week?
150 minutes per week
How many gallons of blood does your heart pump each minute?
1.5 gallons
What do the numbers from a blood pressure reading mean?
Upper number= systolic (measured in millimeters of mercury or mm Hg)
Lower number= diastolic (measured in millimeters of mercury or mm Hg)
How many days a week should you stretch?
7 days a week
What river borders PWC on the east?
Potomac
True or False? If it increases your heart rate too fast, exercise can be dangerous.
FALSE. The purpose of physical activity is to increase your heart rate. The potential health benefits of moderate-intensity exercise greatly outweigh the risks of adverse events for almost everyone, although there is a very slight increased risk of death due to heart attack during vigorous exercise. Consult your health care provider first if you have any concerns, have been sedentary, are overweight, are middle-aged or older or have a medical condition.
How many chambers does the heart have?
4 chambers- 2 upper and 2 lower chambers
What common mineral can negatively affect blood pressure?
Sodium
Which nutrient gives you the MOST energy?
Carbohydrates
Name 4 libraries in PWC.
-Bull Run
-Central
-CHINN
-Dale City
-Dumfries
-Haymarket Gainesville
-Independent Hill
-Lake Ridge
-Manassas City
-Montclair
-Nokesville
-Potomac
The practice, which includes tensing and releasing certain muscle groups while practicing deep breathing, can help lower stress levels.
Progressive Muscle Relaxation.
What is the average resting hear rate for adults?
60-100 beats per minute
What blood pressure reading is considered Stage 1 High Blood Pressure?
130-139/80-89
What is the recommended sodium intake for adults per day?
Less than 2,300 mg, about a tablespoon of table salt.
Name 3 counties that border PWC.
-Loudoun
-Fairfax
-Stafford
-Fauquier
-Charles County
On average, the size of a heart for an adult is similar to a...
True or false? The main symptom of high blood pressure is dizziness and blue fingernails.
False- most people who have high blood pressure don't experience any symptoms, that's why it's often called the "silent killer"
How many muscles are used to take a single step forward?
200 muscles
Who is the biggest employer in PWC?
Prince William County Public Schools