Defining Physical Activity Quiz
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Defining Physical Activity Quiz

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What does WHO define as physical activity?

Any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure.

How do both moderate- and vigorous-intensity physical activities impact health?

They improve health.

What are some popular ways to be physically active?

Walking, cycling, wheeling, sports, active recreation, and play.

What benefits does regular physical activity provide?

<p>Preventing and managing noncommunicable diseases, maintaining healthy body weight, improving mental health, quality of life, and well-being.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the risk of death for people who are insufficiently active compared to those who are sufficiently active?

<p>20% to 30% increased risk of death.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some health risks associated with sedentary behavior?

<p>Poor health outcomes such as increased physical inactivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of adults aged 18 and over were not active enough in 2016?

<p>28% (men 23% and women 32%)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many adolescents aged 11-17 years were insufficiently physically active in 2016 globally?

<p>81%</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the global target set by the World Health Assembly in 2018 regarding physical inactivity reduction by 2030?

<p>15%</p> Signup and view all the answers

What toolkit launched in 2019 provides technical guidance on policy recommendations for promoting physical activity?

<p>The WHO toolkit ACTIVE</p> Signup and view all the answers

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