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A person who can walk a mile without fatigue and has sufficient energy for daily activities demonstrates which characteristic?
A person who can walk a mile without fatigue and has sufficient energy for daily activities demonstrates which characteristic?
- Sedentary behavior modification
- Exercise adherence
- Physical fitness (correct)
- Physical activity
Which of the following best illustrates physical activity, as opposed to structured exercise?
Which of the following best illustrates physical activity, as opposed to structured exercise?
- Gardening for 45 minutes. (correct)
- Following a prescribed weightlifting program.
- Running 3 miles at a 7-minute mile pace.
- Attending a Zumba class three times a week.
Which of the following activities is MOST indicative of structured exercise rather than general physical activity?
Which of the following activities is MOST indicative of structured exercise rather than general physical activity?
- A planned weightlifting routine performed three times per week. (correct)
- Taking the stairs instead of the elevator at work.
- Biking to the grocery store instead of driving.
- Walking the dog for 30 minutes each evening.
An elderly individual who struggles to get out of a chair and needs assistance with bathing is challenged in which area?
An elderly individual who struggles to get out of a chair and needs assistance with bathing is challenged in which area?
An athlete modifies their training regime, incorporating progressive overload to improve performance. Which aspect of exercise BEST describes this approach?
An athlete modifies their training regime, incorporating progressive overload to improve performance. Which aspect of exercise BEST describes this approach?
Flashcards
Physical Activity
Physical Activity
Any bodily movement that increases energy expenditure above a baseline level.
Physical Fitness
Physical Fitness
The capacity to perform daily tasks with vigor and alertness, while having enough energy to enjoy leisure activities.
Exercise
Exercise
Structured, planned, and repetitive physical activity performed to improve or maintain physical fitness.
Physical Function
Physical Function
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Physical Function Importance
Physical Function Importance
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Study Notes
- Physical activity is body movement that raises energy expenditure above an individual's baseline level.
- Physical fitness involves vigor and energy, enabling daily tasks to be performed with alertness and enough energy to enjoy activities.
- Physical function is the capacity to perform Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), indicating independence and disability.
- Exercise is structured, planned, and repetitive, and is typically progressive, but not always when the goal is maintenance.
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Description
Understand physical activity as body movement increasing energy use. Learn how physical fitness provides vigor for daily tasks and activities. Discover physical function's role in performing daily living activities and indicating independence.
