Health
True or False: Regular physical activity can prevent high blood pressure
True.
Why is warming up before physical activity or exercise important?
To prevent injuries by preparing muscles, loosening up joints, connecting your brain with your body, etc.
How can you take your pulse?
A. Hold your hand over your heart.
B. Place two fingers on your wrist or neck.
B.
How many hours of sleep should you get each night?
Around 8 hours.
Why happens to your heartbeat when you exercise and why?
Your heart beats faster to cover the oxygen and blood need of muscles.
Name five examples of "junk food."
Name three vegetables that start with the letter "C"
There are many benefits of exercise. Name 2.
Examples: improves sleep, improves mental health, reduces your risk of illness, improves bone strength, assists weight loss.
What is the main nutrient for energy?
Carbohydrates or "carbs."
Is physical activity the same as exercise?
No. Exercise is considered planned, structured, and purposeful physical activity.
How do you improve aerobic or cardiovascular endurance?
Do exercise that increases the amount of oxygen you breathe in. For example: running, swimming, biking.
What are the three main food nutrients for energy?
Carbohydrates, protein, fats.
What parts of the body does aerobic exercise improve and what parts of the body does strength training improve?
Aerobic exercise improves heart and lung function; strength training improves muscle function.
There are 4 types of exercise, name at least 2.
1. Aerobic or endurance exercise.
2. Muscular strength training.
3. Balance exercises.
4. Flexibility or stretching exercises.
What are the "happy" chemicals that your body produces when you exercise called?
Endorphins.