5 Questions
Which of the following best defines Physical Activity?
Bodily movement produced by the contraction of big skeletal muscles
What percentage of adults sit for 4 hours or more according to the text?
41.5%
Which factor may cause a sedentary lifestyle according to the text?
Excessive television and computer use
What type of activities contribute to Total energy expenditure?
Daily living activities and other activities
What is the primary focus of Physical Activity according to the text?
Contraction of big skeletal muscles
Study Notes
Defining Physical Activity
- Physical Activity refers to any bodily movement that results in energy expenditure.
Sedentary Lifestyle
- 64% of adults sit for 4 hours or more per day.
- A factor that may contribute to a sedentary lifestyle is having a job that involves sitting.
Total Energy Expenditure
- Activities that contribute to Total Energy Expenditure include Basal Metabolic Rate, Thermic Effect of Food, and Physical Activity.
Primary Focus of Physical Activity
- The primary focus of Physical Activity is on the health benefits of regular physical activity, particularly in the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases.
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