Benefits of Physical Activity

Benefits of Physical Activity Target: I will be able to Explain the benefits of being physically fit to physical, mental/emotional, and social health and Calculate BMI and Heart Rates People who are usually inactive can improve their health and well-being by becoming even moderately active on a regular basis. Benefits to physical health Reduces feeling of fatigue and stiffness Helps control weight Reduces risk of Type II Diabetes Pg. 37

Builds and maintains healthy bones, muscles, and joints. Slows onset of osteoporosis Reduces arthritis (joint swelling) Protection against disease by building up resistance Recuperate more quickly after injury or illness Helps you sleep better Decreases risk of developing colon cancer Reduces premature death 

Improves the functioning of the: Nervous system – Improves reaction time Circulatory system – Heart pumps blood more efficiently so more work can be done with less effort Respiratory system – More efficient, lung capacity increases so fewer breaths are needed

Benefits to Mental and Emotional Health Reduce emotional stress and anxiety by relaxing tense muscles Promotes psychological well-being (Makes you feel good for taking care of yourself) Creates positive self-esteem Makes you more productive at work or school because exercise refreshes you Healthy outlet for anger and frustration

Benefits to Social Health You look and feel better about yourself you are more likely to go out and meet new people with similar interest Working out with someone can be enjoyable and supportive Summary  

Personal Evaluation of Current Fitness Complete all 6 fitness stations and record all data and analysis in your IAN. Pg. 35