Lesson 2.1A: Physical Activity

Physical activity burns energy in the form of calories.

• True

• False

An example of an aerobic activity would be push-ups.

• True

• False

An example of a stretching activity would be yoga.

• True

• False

Which of the following would be the recommended amount of physical activity for people in the Adults (18-64 group)?

• 5 hours per week at least

• 3 hours per week at least

• 6 hours per week at least

• 4 hours per week at least

Lack of physical exercise is one of the main reasons for cardiovascular diseases.

• True

• False

Exercise helps diabetes because it ________ blood glucose.

• Increases

• Decreases

Person A performs a moderate exercise (walking) and Person B performs a vigorous exercise (jogging). They both have the same weight. Who is likely to burn more calories?

• Person A

• Person B

• They will burn the same amount.

Person A weighs 100kg and walks at a speed of 3 Km/hr for 30 minutes. Person B weighs 50kg and walks at the same speed for the same duration. Who will burn more calories?

• Person A

• Person B

• They will both burn the same amount of calories.