Chapter 1 Physical Activity and Personal Fitness

Your thoughts on Personal Fitness. Do athletes need the class? Unhealthy people in our society. Unhealthy US Economic Impact

Physical Activity, Exercise and Physical Fitness Physical Activity- any movement that works the larger muscles of the body, such as the arms legs, and back muscles. Exercise- physical activity that is planned, structured and repetitive, and that results in improvements in fitness. Physical Fitness- the body’s ability to carry out daily tasks and still have enough reserve energy to respond to unexpected demands.

Personal Fitness What influences your personal fitness? Why is personal fitness important? Personal Fitness is total fitness. Maintain acceptable levels of PF Participate regularly in PA Eat nutritious foods Sleep 8-9 hours (story) Regular medical checkups Maintain appropriate weight Avoid harmful substances

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Risk Factors Risk Factors- conditions or behaviors that represent a potential threat to an individual’s well-being. Risk Factors you CAN’T modify Age Gender Heredity Race CHANGEABLE Risk Factors Activity level Smoking Nutritional habits

Benefits of Personal Fitness Enhancement of Self-Esteem Stress Reduction Improvement in Academic Performance Link to Academic/Exercise Performance Study Increase Life Expectancy Higher Levels of Functional Health and Fitness

Basic Guidelines for Exercise Regular Physical Activity or Exercise Any activity or exercise performed most days of the week, preferably daily Moderate Physical Activity or Exercise 5 or more days per week Vigorous Physical Activity or Exercise 3 or more days per week

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