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Principles of exercise, fitness and health
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Aims To understand the health benefits of regular exercise
Describe the effects of exercise on health related diseases
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Health benefits of exercise
Reduced early mortality Reduced morbidity (coronary heart disease, diabetes) Improved mental health and psychological wellbeing (anxiety, depression, stress, mood) Cardio‑protective mechanisms Improved weight management and body composition
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Health benefits of exercise
Improved posture Prevention of lower back pain Reduced risk of injury improved joint stability Increased bone density Improved ability to perform active daily living tasks
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Coronary heart disease
Reduced blood pressure Improved blood cholesterol levels Improved elasticity of blood vessels Capillarisation Improved blood flow distribution
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Cancers Reduced stress Increase strength Increase weight
Increases energy
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Type 2 diabetes improved regulation of insulin
Improved blood glucose regulation Cells increase blood glucose uptake Weight loss Weight gain Need to ensure that diabetics do not eat too little carbohydrates before exercise (if taking medication)
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Hypertension Reduced blood pressure Improved blood flow distribution
Improved elasticity of blood vessels Reduced muscular tension reduced stress level
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Obesity Improved fat metabolism Increased calorie expenditure
Reduces risks of other health related problems associated with obesity
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Osteoporosis Increased bone formation Improved density
Improved posture Reduced risk of injury
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