Assessing Intensity of Physical Activities

<p>Obesity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Aerobic Exercise (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Impaired Glucose Tolerance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Kidney damage (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Heart and lung efficiency (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The energy expenditure of sitting quietly. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Brisk walking (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Competitive ballroom dancing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gardening (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>25-50 minutes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>World Health Organization (WHO) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>6+ METs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Structured recreational activities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>10% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>60-75% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>500 calories (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>475-600 milliliters of water (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Regulates body temperature (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gradual changes in diet (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gallstones (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sports drinks with electrolytes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>2 to 3 liters (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>3.7 liters (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Drink water (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Excessive sweating (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Weakness and dizziness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Societal standards and media portrayals (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Extreme restriction of food intake (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Eight 8-ounce glasses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The ability to exert force. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The ability to sustain repeated contractions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It supports the development and maintenance of strong bones. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Muscle power (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Enhances the range of motion at a joint. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Injury prevention. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A favorable risk profile for chronic diseases. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Flexibility (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It helps to absorb heat and cool the body. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Water loss from sweat. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased risk of heat-related illnesses. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Low self-esteem. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Engage in exercise and hobbies. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Consuming large amounts of food without purging. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pressure to conform to societal beauty ideals. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A level of activity insufficient for good health.

Metabolic Equivalent of Task; a measure of energy expenditure during an activity.

The energy expenditure of sitting quietly (3.5 ml O2/kg/min).

Activities requiring 3-6 METs.

Activities requiring 6+ METs.

Sustained for 25-50 minutes.

Everyday activities like walking, taking stairs, household chores, or walking a dog.

Sports or exercise programs to enhance fitness and health.

High blood pressure that persists over time, often without noticeable symptoms.

Elevated blood sugar levels after fasting, indicating a potential risk for type 2 diabetes.

Elevated blood sugar levels after consuming a sugary drink, indicating a potential risk for type 2 diabetes.

Regular physical activity is crucial for managing blood sugar levels and reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease in individuals with diabetes.

The American Diabetes Association recommends 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per week for those with impaired glucose tolerance.

A body weight that is at least 10% above the ideal weight.

A body weight that is at least 30% above the ideal weight.

The ability of the heart and lungs to deliver oxygen efficiently to working muscles during exercise.

The ability of the body's muscles and bones to perform tasks requiring strength, endurance, power, and flexibility.

The maximum force a muscle can produce in a single effort.

The ability to sustain repeated muscle contractions over a period of time.

The ability to produce force quickly.

The range of motion at a joint.

An increase in muscle size and strength due to resistance training.

A visual guide to healthy eating, emphasizing physical activity and hydration at its base and promoting a balanced diet.

Understanding the difference between serving sizes and actual portion sizes to avoid overeating.

The number of calories your body burns at rest, accounting for 60-75% of your daily calorie expenditure.

The calories your body burns digesting, absorbing, and processing food, accounting for about 10% of your daily calorie intake.

The calories your body burns during physical activity, accounting for 20-30% of your total energy expenditure.

Consuming fewer calories than your body burns, leading to weight loss.

Fast weight loss methods that are unsustainable and often lead to muscle loss and metabolic slowdown.

Water's role in essential bodily functions including temperature regulation, disease prevention, and overall health.

Guidelines for water intake before, during, and after exercise to maintain optimal performance and recovery.

Monitoring weight changes to estimate fluid loss during exercise and determine appropriate hydration needs.

Drinking water is essential for maintaining body temperature during physical activity. Sweat helps cool the body, and water replaces fluids lost through perspiration.

High humidity makes it harder for sweat to evaporate, reducing the body's ability to cool down effectively.

Insufficient water intake during exercise can lead to impaired bodily functions and increase the risk of heat-related illnesses.

Most weight loss after exercise is due to water loss through sweat, not fat loss.

Eating disorders are serious mental illnesses involving unhealthy and distorted eating habits, often linked to body image concerns and psychological distress.

A disorder characterized by binge eating followed by purging behaviors, such as vomiting or excessive exercise, to compensate for excessive calorie consumption.

Involves consuming large amounts of food in a short period, often associated with emotional distress, without subsequent purging.

Excessive alcohol consumption can have negative consequences on physical and mental health, impacting brain function, liver damage, and social behavior.

The average amount of water lost daily through urination, perspiration, breathing, and defecation is 2-3 liters.

To replenish lost water, the recommended daily intake is 2.7 liters for women and 3.7 liters for men.

Symptoms of dehydration include increased thirst, dry mouth, weakness, dizziness, palpitations, confusion, fainting, and decreased urine output.

Body image is how a person perceives their physical appearance, often influenced by societal ideals and media.

A serious mental health condition characterized by unhealthy eating patterns, distorted body image, and a preoccupation with weight and food.

An eating disorder marked by extreme food restriction, a distorted body image, and an intense fear of gaining weight.

Drinking water throughout the day is crucial as dehydration can set in before thirst is felt.

Besides plain water, juices, milk, tea, coffee, fruits, vegetables, and soups also contribute to hydration.