WRC 129: Wellness, Fitness, and Lifestyle Management Chapters 1-2

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What is the main difference between physical activity and exercise?

  • Planned and structured nature (correct)
  • Duration
  • Intensity level
  • Type of health benefits

Which stage in the Transtheoretical Model of Change involves individuals considering a change in the near future?

  • Contemplation (correct)
  • Preparation
  • Maintenance
  • Action

What is a common barrier to change that involves justifying unhealthy behaviors with excuses?

  • Rationalization (correct)
  • Complexity
  • Precontemplation
  • Gratification

In the context of goal setting, what does 'measurable' refer to?

<p>The ability to track progress towards the goal (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes a state where individuals feel invulnerable and believe they are exempt from harm?

<p>Invincibility (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the contemporary view of health according to the WHO?

<p>Achievement of physical, mental, and social well-being (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text define wellness?

<p>Achieving the highest potential for well-being (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Figure 1.4, what is the life expectancy of an individual living a healthy life?

<p>65.4 years (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge most individuals face in adopting a wellness lifestyle?

<p>Overcoming barriers to change (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organization's view emphasizes optimizing all aspects of health through a wellness lifestyle?

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

What is the purpose of Chapter 1 in the text's content?

<p>Convince individuals of the benefits of a wellness lifestyle (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key takeaway regarding physical activity according to the Surgeon General's report?

<p>Being moderately active on a regular basis can improve health and wellness (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is considered less intense but can still provide health benefits?

<p>Water aerobics for 30 minutes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the Surgeon General's report differentiate between fitness and health benefits?

<p>Fitness is measured by how much exercise you can do, health benefits are not (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is mentioned as a lower intensity option for physical activity?

<p>Walking 2 miles in 30 minutes (15 min/mile) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the Surgeon General's report, what is the relationship between physical activity intensity and health benefits?

<p>Any level of physical activity can offer health benefits (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following activities is mentioned as requiring less time but being more vigorous?

<p>Bicycling 4 miles in 15 minutes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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