Questions and Answers
Vigorous exercise should provide a significant challenge to your cardiorespiratory system.
True
One-fourth of adults in the United States are not active at all.
True
The benefits of physical fitness include an improvement in mood.
True
Which of the following conditions is unaffected by physical activity?
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Physical fitness attitudes are set during childhood and cannot change.
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Generally, those who are less active have no opportunities to exercise.
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Mental and emotional health can be improved through exercise.
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Which of the following is NOT an important positive motivating factor for those considering exercise?
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A negative attitude can cause you to eat in an unhealthy manner.
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The average 8- to 18-year-old spends __________ per day on average in front of a screen doing very little to no physical activity.
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According to the CC, which percentage of Americans between the age of 12 and 21 doesn't exercise on a regular basis?
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Generally, those who are less active have no opportunities to exercise.
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Study Notes
Physical Fitness Insights
- Vigorous exercise significantly challenges the cardiorespiratory system, enhancing cardiovascular efficiency.
- Approximately 25% of adults in the U.S. lead entirely inactive lifestyles.
- Regular physical fitness is correlated with improved mood and overall mental health.
- Skin cancer is a health condition that is not positively influenced by physical activity.
Understanding Attitudes Toward Fitness
- Attitudes toward physical fitness are not fixed; they can be shaped and changed throughout life.
- Many individuals who are less active still have multiple opportunities to engage in exercise.
- Exercise plays a vital role in enhancing mental and emotional well-being, aiding in stress relief and mood enhancement.
- Positive motivating factors for exercise include personal health benefits, not reducing family time commitments.
Youth Activity Levels
- A negative mindset can lead to unhealthy eating patterns, impacting overall health and fitness.
- On average, children aged 8 to 18 spend over 3 hours daily in sedentary activities in front of screens.
- Roughly half of Americans aged 12 to 21 do not engage in regular exercise, indicating a significant gap in youth physical activity.
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