Health Benefits of Active Lifestyle
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Which of the following solutions can help with the barrier of lacking willpower?

  • Create a list of pros and cons
  • Identify triggers and implement a reward system (correct)
  • Make a physical activity diary
  • Prioritize activities
  • Having a physical activity diary can help manage tiredness.

    True (A)

    What solution can be adopted if someone feels discouraged during their exercise routine?

    Avoid negative self-talk and replace it with encouraging words.

    To overcome the barrier of not having enough money for exercise, one could consider activities like ______ and ______.

    <p>running, swimming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the barriers with their suggested solutions:

    <p>I do not have the time = Prioritize activities and cut back on non-essential activities I am always tired = Analyze energy levels and schedule workouts accordingly I lack willpower = Identify triggers and implement a reward system I easily get discouraged = Replace negative self-talk with encouragement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a benefit of an active lifestyle?

    <p>Increases risk of cardiovascular diseases (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sedentary lifestyles contribute to 8% of premature deaths.

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

    What type of exercise is aimed at improving muscular strength and endurance through external loads?

    <p>Resistance Exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Aerobic exercise examples include __________, biking, running, and dancing.

    <p>swimming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following health issues can regular exercise potentially reduce the risk of?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Stretching exercises are only beneficial for improving aerobic capacity.

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

    Match the following types of exercise with their primary focus:

    <p>Aerobic Exercise = Improves aerobic capacity Resistance Exercise = Strengthens muscles Stretching Exercise = Increases flexibility Balance Exercise = Enhances stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Regular exercise can reduce the risk of __________ by up to 30%.

    <p>Type 2 diabetes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one significant change in the heart due to regular aerobic exercise?

    <p>Increase in the size of the left ventricle (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Aerobic exercise has no effect on the muscle tissue surrounding the heart.

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

    What adaptation occurs in blood vessels as a result of aerobic exercise?

    <p>Enhanced capillary network towards working muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The __________ surrounding the muscles strengthen to resist injury due to resistance training.

    <p>tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does stretching exercise contribute to performance?

    <p>Improves range of motion around joints (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Resistance training primarily enhances the nervous system's ability to activate muscles.

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

    What is a major adaptation of the muscles following two months of resistance training?

    <p>Increase in the ability of the muscles to generate force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the type of exercise to its primary benefit:

    <p>Aerobic exercise = Enhances cardiovascular function Resistance training = Increases muscle strength Stretching exercise = Improves flexibility Flexibility training = Enhances coordination and movement efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a stage in the Transtheoretical Model?

    <p>Evaluation Stage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Maintenance Stage occurs after an individual has practiced a new behavior for more than 6 months.

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

    What is the primary challenge in changing unhealthy habits?

    <p>Habits are often performed unconsciously and are hard to break.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The stage where a person recognizes the presence of an unhealthy habit is called the ________ stage.

    <p>Pre-Contemplation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the stages of change with their descriptions:

    <p>Pre-Contemplation = Does not recognize unhealthy habit Contemplation = Dedication to adopting positive behavior Action = Initiating the new behavior Preparation = Preparing for the change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended duration for consistently performing a new behavior to integrate it into the system?

    <p>6 months (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Individuals in the Pre-Contemplation and Contemplation stages can be motivated by showing the benefits of a new behavior.

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

    What stage involves preparing for the change by setting a date and seeking support?

    <p>Preparation Stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Active Lifestyle Benefits

    An active lifestyle improves bone and muscle strength, motor skills, body composition, and heart and lung efficiency. It can also delay aging, reduce disease risk (cardiovascular, cancer), and regulate blood pressure. It can also improve mental health (anxiety/depression) and build self-esteem.

    Sedentary Lifestyle Risk

    A lack of physical activity is a major risk factor for many non-communicable diseases like hypertension, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and some cancers.

    Aerobic Exercise

    Activities involving large muscle groups, rhythmic movement, and extended duration to improve cardiovascular fitness.

    Resistance Exercise

    Activities using resistance (weights, bands) to build muscle strength, endurance, and bone strength.

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    Stretching Exercise

    Activities that increase the flexibility of muscles and tendons around joints.

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    Non-communicable Diseases

    Diseases not spread from person to person, often related to lifestyle choices.

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    Health Benefits of Exercise

    Exercise can significantly lower the risk of premature death from cardiovascular diseases (up to 50%), and reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes by up to 30%.

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    Reliable Sources

    Important to use dependable sources and experts to design training programs and gain information about your health.

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    Time Barrier

    Lack of time to exercise due to other commitments or busy schedules.

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    Energy Barrier

    Feeling too tired to exercise due to fatigue or lack of motivation.

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    Motivation Barrier

    Lacking the drive or desire to exercise regularly.

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    Willpower Barrier

    Struggling to resist temptations or distractions that lead to abandoning exercise routines.

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    Discouragement Barrier

    Feeling discouraged or defeated due to setbacks or perceived failures.

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    Aerobic Exercise Heart Change

    Aerobic exercise increases the heart's ability to pump more blood per beat by enlarging the left ventricle.

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    Muscle Adaptation to Aerobic Exercise

    Aerobic exercise thickens the heart muscle, enabling it to pump more blood.

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    Capillary Adaptation to Aerobic Exercise

    Aerobic exercise increases the capillary network surrounding working muscles, improving oxygen delivery.

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    Blood Adaptation to Aerobic Exercise

    Aerobic exercise improves blood flow and temperature regulation during workouts.

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    Resistance Training Muscle Growth

    Resistance training increases muscle strength and size (hypertrophy).

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    Resistance Training Tissue Adaptation

    Resistance training strengthens tissues around muscles (tendons, ligaments) to prevent injuries.

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    Stretching Exercise Benefit

    Stretching increases range of motion, improving muscle coordination and joint strength.

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    Importance of flexibility training

    Flexibility training improves the efficiency of movement by improving muscle coordination, connective tissue elasticity, and joint strength, allowing for more efficient daily activities.

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    Unconscious Habits

    Behaviors performed automatically without thinking, forming a routine or pattern.

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    Breaking Habits

    Difficult because the brain is programmed to default to the old routine, requiring effort and consistency to change.

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    Stages of Change - Pre-Contemplation

    Individuals unaware of a harmful habit or the need for change. They don't see a problem.

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    Stages of Change - Contemplation

    Individuals acknowledge the habit is negative but haven't committed to changing. They weigh the pros and cons.

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    Stages of Change - Preparation

    Individuals are ready to change, setting a date and making practical plans to start the new behavior.

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    Stages of Change - Action

    Individuals actively engage in the new behavior, consistently practicing it. This stage can be challenging.

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    Stages of Change - Maintenance

    Individuals have maintained the new behavior for at least 6 months, habits are formed, and it's more automatic.

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    Changing Barriers - Preparation to Action

    The most common point people struggle to move from planning to actually doing the new behavior.

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    Study Notes

    Importance of an Active Lifestyle

    • Improves bone, joint, and muscle strength
    • Develops motor control and coordination
    • Maintains healthy body composition
    • Increases lung and heart efficiency
    • Increases muscle strength and endurance
    • Possibly delays aging
    • Reduces risk of cardiovascular diseases (e.g., coronary artery disease, stroke)
    • Helps regulate blood pressure
    • Reduces risk of breast and colon cancer
    • Improves mental well-being (reduces anxiety and depression), and builds self-esteem and social interaction
    • Confirmed by hundreds of researches over 20 years
    • Prevents non-communicable diseases (e.g., hypertension, type 2 diabetes, heart diseases, some cancers)
    • Sedentary lifestyle is a significant risk factor for non-communicable diseases (WHO)
    • 8% of premature deaths due to sedentary lifestyle
    • Exercise can reduce premature death: 50% for cardiovascular diseases, 30% for type 2 diabetes

    Types of Exercise

    • Repetitive movements to improve fitness components
    • Classified as Aerobic, Resistance, or Stretching
    • Aerobic Exercise: Involves large muscle groups in rhythmic, continuous movements (e.g., swimming, biking, running, dancing) to improve aerobic capacity
    • Resistance Exercise: Muscles contract against external load (e.g., barbell, TRX, Thera-Band, resistance machines) to improve muscular strength, endurance, and bone strength
    • Stretching Exercise: Increases elasticity of muscles and tendons, improving joint flexibility. (e.g., static, ballistic, dynamic stretching).

    Adaptations to Aerobic Exercise

    • Heart: Increased ejection of blood per beat due to enlargement of the left ventricle
    • Muscles: Thicker muscles enabling more forceful contractions to expel blood
    • Blood Vessels: Enhanced capillary network for efficient gas exchange, improved blood flow and temperature regulation

    Adaptations to Resistance Training

    • Muscles and Skeletal System: Increased muscle size, activation of more muscles, strengthening of surrounding tissues (tendons, ligaments) to handle increased forces

    Stretching Exercise

    • Improves range of motion, muscle coordination and connective tissue elasticity improving joint strength and efficiency.

    Stages of Change (Transtheoretical Model)

    • Pre-contemplation: Individuals unaware of the need for change
    • Contemplation: Individuals think about adopting a new behavior but are undecided
    • Preparation: Individuals committed to change and prepare to adopt a new behavior
    • Action: Individuals actively engage in the new behavior
    • Maintenance: Individuals consistently maintain the new behavior for more than six months, with relapse tendency minimal.

    Barriers to an Active Lifestyle

    • Lack of time
    • Fatigue
    • Lack of resources
    • Lack of motivation
    • Lack of willpower
    • Negative self-talk

    Solutions to address Barriers

    • Prioritize activities and time allocation
    • Schedule workouts
    • Explore affordable activities
    • Set SMART goals and reward yourself
    • Identify and address triggers to relapse
    • Avoid negative self-talk

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    Explore the significant health benefits of maintaining an active lifestyle, including improved physical strength, better mental health, and reduced risks of chronic diseases. This quiz highlights the importance of regular exercise and its role in promoting longevity and overall well-being.

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