Previewing the Course and Societal Context PDF

Previewing the Course and the Societal Context  Focussing Question ~~~ “What are the root causes of the twin problems of inactivity and obesity worldwide and in Canada, and how can we address them?” INTRODUCTORY KINESIOLOGY This course focuses on the study...

Previewing the Course and the Societal Context  Focussing Question ~~~ “What are the root causes of the twin problems of inactivity and obesity worldwide and in Canada, and how can we address them?” INTRODUCTORY KINESIOLOGY This course focuses on the study of: Human movement, growth, and development Effects of physical activity on health and performance Physiological, psychological, and social factors Career Preparation This course prepares students for university programs in: Kinesiology Physical education and health Health sciences and health studies Recreation and leisure Sports administration Textbook Overview  Chapter 1 - Introducing Kinesiology Chapter 1 introduces several overarching themes. The Physical Inactivity Crisis Health Risks of Inactivity & Obesity Health-Care Costs of Inactivity Benefits of Physical Activity Reducing Lifestyle Diseases Physical Literacy Roles of Schools and Communities Long-Term Athlete Development What is Kinesiology? Career Paths in Kinesiology  Chapter 1 - Introducing Kinesiology Unit 1 - Society, Physical Activity, Unit 2 - Anatomy and Physiology and Sport 5. The Skeletal & Articular Systems 2. The History of Physical Activity 6. The Muscular System and Sport 7. Energy Systems & Physical 3. Business, Physical Activity and Activity Sport 8. The Cardiovascular & Respiratory 4. Ethical Issues, Physical Activity Systems and Sport  Unit 1 and Unit 2 Unit 1 - Society, Physical Activity, Unit 2 - Anatomy and Physiology and Sport 5. The Skeletal & Articular Systems 2. The History of Physical Activity 6. The Muscular System and Sport 7. Energy Systems & Physical 3. Business, Physical Activity and Activity Sport 8. The Cardiovascular & Respiratory 4. Ethical Issues, Physical Activity Systems and Sport  Unit 3 and Unit 4 Unit 3 - Human Performance and Unit 4 - Nutrition, Training and Biomechanics Ergogenic Aids 9. Human Growth and Development 14. Nutrition for Human 10. Motor Learning and Skill Performance Acquisition 15. Training and Human 11. Biomechanical Theory and Performance Concepts 16. Ergogenic Substances and 12. Seven Principles of Techniques Biomechanics 13. Analyzing the Efficiency of Human Movement  Physical Inactivity and Obesity Crisis Obesity include: Urbanization Motorized transport Mechanization of labour Sedentarism (TV watching, Internet, video games) Processed foods high in sugars and starches Increased portion sizes The Physical Inactivity Crisis - MALES The Physical Inactivity Crisis - FEMALES World Health Trends Throughout the world, the numbers of persons who are obese or overweight have escalated steadily in most countries in recent years. Health Risk of Physical Inactivity & Obesity Lifestyle diseases such as: Coronary artery disease Ischemic strokes Type 2 diabetes Some cancers Osteoporosis Kidney disease Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Chronic liver disease Depression The Health-Care Costs of Inactivity  Summary Physical activity is essential for a healthy mind and body. Sedentarism and poor diet underlie the twin problems of physical inactivity and obesity. Combating these problems will require changes in lifestyle habits, support for school and community physical activity programs  STOP Complete page 17 in the workbook 1.4 - What is Kinesiology?