Physical Activity Guidelines
How many minutes per week should adults exercise?
a. 150
b. 120
c. 200
a. 150
What is the main benefit of physical activity?
Trick question, there are many benefits to physical activity including:
- Reduced risk of diseases
- Increased brain function and well-being
- Weight loss and strength
How many hours a day does the average American sit?
a. 5 hours
b. 6 hours
c. 8 hours
c. 8 hours
Time in front of the TV causes an increased risk of death, even in people who are active:
True
False
True
People who watch TV for more than 6 hours a day have a life span that is 5 years less than someone who watches no TV
How many hours a day should high school students exercise?
a. 2 hours
b. 1 hour
c. 1.5 hours
b. 1 hour
What is the most popular form of exercise in the United States?
30% of active adults choose walking as their form of exercise
What factors play a role in how sitting affects our health?
a. race
b. gender
c. ethnicity
d. all of the above
e. none of the above
e. none of the above
Not being physically active affects everyone, regardless of their demographic
It takes about 30 minutes of physical activity to reduce the risk for obesity:
True
False
False
It only takes 5 to 10 minutes of physical activity to reduce the risk for obesity
46.9%
Also, less than 30% of high school students meet the recommendations for physical activity!
How much does physical activity improve life span?
a. 1-2 years
b. 2-4 years
c. 4-6 years
b. 2-4 years
How often should you get up and move around throughout the day?
a. every 30 minutes
b. every hour
c. every 2 hours
b. every hour
There are many easy ways to get active including taking the stairs and working at a standing desk!
People are more likely to become active if they have places close to them (ex. parks, walking trails):
True
False
True
The accessibility of active places makes a difference in people's physical activity