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What is one of the physical health benefits of regular exercise?

  • It strengthens the heart and improves blood circulation. (correct)
  • It reduces cholesterol levels instantly.
  • It increases fat storage in the body.
  • It completely prevents all diseases.

Which mental health benefit is linked to engaging in physical activity?

  • Improved sleep quality. (correct)
  • Reduced levels of endorphins.
  • Decreased self-confidence.
  • Increased anxiety levels.

Engaging in team sports can help develop which of the following skills?

  • Preference for individual activities.
  • Isolation skills.
  • Avoidance of cooperation.
  • Leadership and communication skills. (correct)

Which chakra is associated with immunity and verbal communication?

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Regular physical activity can enhance which cognitive function?

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What does the term 'Surya Namaskar' mean?

<p>Salutation to the sun (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which chakra is located in the stomach area and corresponds to self-confidence?

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How does physical activity contribute to academic performance?

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What effect does regular exercise have on stress levels?

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What is the primary breathing principle during backward bending postures in Surya Namaskar?

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Which benefit of physical activity involves improving time management skills?

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Which chakra connects pleasure, well-being, and vitality?

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What is a way to keep motivated for exercising?

<p>Post pictures of past rewards (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Pranamasana posture?

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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of physical activity?

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In the context of chakras, which one influences professional and personal relationships?

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Which of the following excuses is suggested to motivate oneself to exercise?

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What type of rewards should be avoided according to the motivational guidelines?

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What tradition does Surya Namaskar originate from?

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What does the term 'Yoga' derive from?

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What should the frequency of rewarding yourself depend on?

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What is an initial exercise plan suggested for someone who lacks time?

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How is Yoga described in relation to the mind and body?

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What is a suggested alternative if one cannot engage in full exercise?

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Which of the following is a common excuse for not exercising?

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What is an important first step before beginning an exercise routine?

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What should exercise goals be characterized by?

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What is a misconception about exercising while feeling tired?

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Which aspect is NOT recommended when planning an exercise schedule?

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How often should one remind themselves of their exercise goals?

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Why might someone feel that exercise is boring?

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What is the correct temperature for cooking poultry to ensure it is safe to eat?

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Which of the following goals would be considered unrealistic?

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Which of the following best describes the process by which nutrients are made available to the body?

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What can happen if you skip meals regularly?

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How should raw meat and ready-to-eat foods be handled in the kitchen?

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Which of the following statements is true regarding a balanced diet?

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What is the primary relationship between food consumption and health?

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Which type of food should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C)?

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What is an effect of consuming a diet high in junk food?

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What is the main purpose of regularly checking the results of physical activity?

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How long does it typically take to form a habit of behavior?

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What is a habit tracker primarily used for?

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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of a habit tracker?

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What should one do after successfully incorporating a simple physical activity for over 2 months?

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What should be the focus when striving to adhere to a physical activity routine?

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What can enhance the effectiveness of a habit tracker?

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What is the primary activity suggested for tracking in a habit tracker?

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Food Safety: Separate

Keep raw foods (meat, poultry, seafood, eggs) separate from cooked or ready-to-eat foods to prevent cross-contamination.

Food Safety: Cook

Cook foods to specific temperatures to kill harmful bacteria. Use a food thermometer.

Food Digestion Order

The sequence of events in food processing: eating, digestion, nutrient absorption, and nutrient use by the body.

Food Nutrition Use

Nutrients from food keep the body healthy, fight infections, and provide a reserve for later use.

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Health and Food

The food you eat directly impacts your health. A balanced diet and exercise lead to a healthy body.

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Meal Timing

Eating regular meals at approximately the same time each day is beneficial for overall health.

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Food Thermometer

A tool used to measure the internal temperature of cooked food to ensure safety and proper cooking.

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Cross Contamination

The spreading of harmful bacteria from one food to another.

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Balanced Diet

A diet that includes a variety of foods from all food groups in the right proportions.

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Exercise Excuses

Reasons people give for not exercising, like lack of time, gym availability, or cost.

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Exercise Motivation

Factors that encourage regular exercise, like setting goals and creating a schedule.

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Exercise Goals

Specific targets for exercise, like improved mood, weight loss, or better health indicators.

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Realistic Goals

Exercise goals that are attainable and not overly demanding.

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Exercise Schedule

A planned timetable for exercise activities.

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Time Management in Exercise

Scheduling and planning exercise around other daily commitments.

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Importance of positive attitude

A positive outlook on exercise creates a better result to achieve good health.

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Cardiovascular health benefit

Regular exercise strengthens the heart, improves blood circulation, and lowers the risk of heart disease.

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Weight management benefit

Exercise burns calories and boosts metabolism, helping to maintain a healthy weight.

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Bone and Muscle strength benefit

Exercise increases bone density and muscle strength, decreasing the risk of osteoporosis and muscle loss.

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Flexibility and balance benefit

Exercise improves flexibility and balance, reducing falls and injuries.

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Stress reduction benefit

Exercise releases endorphins, which reduce stress and anxiety.

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Improved sleep benefit

Physical activity can help you sleep better.

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Cognitive function benefit

Exercise improves brain function, memory, concentration and overall thinking.

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Teamwork and Cooperation benefit

Group exercise fosters social interaction and teamwork.

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Self-confidence benefit

Reaching fitness goals boosts self-esteem.

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Better concentration benefit

Exercise enhances focus and attention, improving academic performance.

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Time management skill

Balancing exercise with other responsibilities improves time management.

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Leadership Skill improvement

Team sports help improve leadership and communication.

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Vishuddha Chakra

The throat chakra, influencing immunity and verbal communication.

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Anahata Chakra

The heart chakra, affecting personal and professional relationships.

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Manipura Chakra

The solar plexus chakra, linked to self-confidence, wisdom, and discipline.

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Svadhishthana Chakra

The sacral chakra influencing pleasure, well-being, and vitality, located below the belly button.

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Muladhara Chakra

The root chakra, grounding the mind and body to the earth, affecting sciatic and parasympathetic nervous systems.

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Surya Namaskar

A series of twelve yoga postures that stretch and flex the spine, synchronizing with breath.

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Pranamasana

A yoga posture for salutation, promoting introversion, relaxation, and calmness by standing erect with palms together.

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Self-Motivation Rewards

A system of rewarding yourself for achieving goals, such as exercising.

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Reward Frequency

How often you reward yourself, which can be fortnightly or monthly, depending on your motivation.

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Reward System Variation

Reward systems are individualized and based on personal interests and lifestyles.

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Avoid Food Rewards

Don't use food as a reward for exercise or other goals.

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Visual Motivation

Displaying pictures of past rewards to inspire future achievements.

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Excuse for Not Exercising: Lack of Time

A common reason for avoiding exercise due to a perceived lack of time.

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Yoga Definition

Yoga is a spiritual practice aiming to harmonize mind and body.

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Yoga Origin

Yoga comes from the Sanskrit word "yuj" meaning 'to join' or 'unite'.

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Yoga's Purpose

Yoga scriptures describe its purpose as uniting individual and universal consciousness.

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Yoga Science

Yoga is a science aiming to harmonize mind and body for healthy living.

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Habit Tracker

A simple tool used to track whether a desired behavior has been performed on specific days of a week, month, or year.

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Habit Formation

Creating a regular and consistent behavior pattern which requires a minimum time of 66 days with a variable range of 18-254 days

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Physical Activity Progression

Gradually increasing the intensity and duration of physical activity, once the initial habit is formed.

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Habit Adherence

Staying committed to a habit you want to form.

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Physical Activity Goal Check-up

Evaluating if physical activities are achieving the desired results after a period of doing the activity regularly.

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Complex Habit Formation

Creating a habit that includes multiple steps and factors which require an enhanced level of commitment.

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Record Frequency

Noting the number of times a physical active is done within a given duration.

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Habit Tracker Design

A calendar-based format designed to help you keep track of regular behaviours

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Study Notes

Notes on Indian Knowledge System - Yoga

  • These notes are for student and faculty reference only
  • They are not for financial profit
  • The compiler and/or organization do not claim intellectual property rights
  • Readers can also refer to the bibliography section

Index

  • Basic Nutrition: Pages 3-23
    • Discussion on food habits: Page 3
    • Importance of healthy food habits: Page 5
    • Foodborne illness: Page 11
  • Physical well-being and activities: Pages 24-37
    • Benefits of physical activity and need for change: Page 24
    • Physical fitness components: Page 28
  • Practical session: Pages 38-67
    • Yoga: Page 38
    • Surya namaskar: Page 40
    • Asana: Page 50
    • Pranayama: Page 63
  • Healthy Routine and Habit Tracker: Pages 68-81
    • Guidelines to follow a healthy routine: Page 69
    • Habit tracker: Page 73

A. Basic Nutrition

  • Ice-breaker: Students introduce themselves and talk about the importance of nutrition. Students answer questions about nutrition and its impact on the body
  • Session objective: Provide students with an overview of health and nutrition, and make students aware of the importance of a balanced diet and exercise
  • What is health? Discussion on complete physical, mental, and social well-being, including the absence of disease
  • What is nutrition? Discussion on how nutrition is related to food, nutrients, and the effects of food on the body
  • What are nutrients? Discussion on different types of nutrients (vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, water, and minerals) and their functions in the body
  • Importance of healthy food habits: Healthy eating supports overall well-being and prevents health issues, such as heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and cancer
  • Nutrients' Functions: Provide energy, contribute to body structure, and regulate chemical processes
    • Macronutrients: Carbohydrates, Lipids, Protein, and Water
    • Vitamins and minerals: Important for bodily functions and immune response
    • Proteins: Crucial for building and repairing tissues and producing enzymes and hormones
    • Healthy Fats: Important for brain health, hormone production, and energy
    • Fiber: Aids digestion, helps control blood sugar levels, and lowers cholesterol

A.2 Importance of Healthy Food Habits

  • Healthy food habits: Essential for maintaining overall well-being and preventing health issues
    • Choosing nutritious foods
    • Eating balanced meals
    • Maintaining a consistent eating schedule

A.3 Foodborne Illness

  • Causes of Foodborne Illness: Bacteria (Salmonella, E. coli, Listeria), Viruses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A), Parasites (Giardia, Trichinella), Toxins (Staphylococcus aureus, Clostridium botulinum)
  • Symptoms of Foodborne Illness: Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Cramps, Fever
  • Prevention of Foodborne Illness: Clean (wash hands, utensils, surfaces), Separate (keep raw foods separate), Cook (cook to right temperature), Chill (refrigerate promptly)

B. Physical well-being and activities

  • Regular physical activity: Improves cardiovascular health, strengthens muscles and bones, improves energy levels, reduces the risk of chronic diseases, enhances mood, and improves cognitive function
  • Physical activity: Muscle movement that may be unplanned, unstructured, random, non-purposeful, and performed at any intensity for different reasons

B.2 Components of Physical Fitness

  • Cardiovascular Endurance: Activities like running, cycling, or swimming; Improves heart and lung function
  • Muscular Strength: Activities like weightlifting or resistance training; Enhances muscle mass and strength, supports joint health
  • Muscular Endurance: Activities like bodyweight exercises or circuit training; Increases the ability to perform physical activities for extended periods
  • Flexibility: Activities like stretching, yoga, or pilates; Improves range of motion
  • Body Composition: Activities combining strength training and cardio exercises; Maintains a healthy balance of fat and muscle mass

D. Healthy Routine and Habit Tracker

  • Healthy Routine: The daily activities of an individual, including physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being
  • Important factors contributing to good health: Balanced diet, physical activity, adequate sleep, meditation/relaxation, sunlight, and positive attitude
  • Guidelines to follow a healthy routine: Write down your current routine, Identify habits to change, Make small, gradual changes, Stick to the new habits, Track your progress, Develop a reward system

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