1. Unit 14 Exercise, Health & Lifestyle
Assignment 1
Lifestyle Factors

2. This unit relates to working in the fitness industry
It is aimed at helping you to understand the different aspects that help maintain health & wellbeing
Good health = helps you to achieve your maximum potential
You will;-
Look at factors that can positively and negatively influence your health & well being
Assess someone’s current lifestyle
Provide advice on improving their lifestyle & plan a 6 week programme

3. Assignment 1 – Lifestyle Factors
P1 – Describe lifestyle factors that have an effect on health
M1 – Explain the effects of identified lifestyle factors on health
‘health is a state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of disease and infirmity’
World Health Organisation

4. 5 Lifestyle Factors
Lifestyle = the way a person lives and reflects an individuals attitudes, values and behaviours There are 5 main lifestyle factors in maintaining health & wellbeing 1- Physical Activity 2- Healthy Diet 3- Not smoking 4- Avoiding excessive alcohol intake 5- Avoiding excessive stress

5. Physical Benefits of Physical Activity (link to long term effects of exercise)
Strengthens bones
Burns fat & improves body shape
Improves posture
Relieves stress
Reduces risk of chronic disease
Maintains flexibility & suppleness
Improves CV fitness
Improves sleep
Boosts vitality & energy levels
Reduces anxiety
Boosts the immune system
Improves concentration

6. Psychological Benefits of Physical Activity
Improved concentration
Relieves stress
Reduces anxiety
Reduced depression
Improved mood
Improved self esteem & body image

7. Social Benefits of Physical Activity
Encourages connectedness
(feeling part of a group)
Improves social skills
(interaction/communication)
Reduces isolation
(gets people out of their homes)
Enhances self esteem & confidence
(feel good about yourself and more likely to mix with others & be nice to others)

8. Economic Benefits of Physical Activity
Reduces health costs
Creates employment
Supports local businesses
Reduces absenteeism
Enhances productivity