Benefits of physical activity

Which of the following is a physical health benefit of exercise?

• Increased self esteem

• Increased motivation

• Improved strength and muscular endurance

• Improved social activity

Can regular physical activity reduce the risk of mental illnesses

• Yes

• No

Describe 3 physical benefits of participation in regular physical activity

What were the 5 types of health effects of inactivity and sedentary behaviour we discussed

• Type 2 diabetes

  Depression

  Obesity

  CVD

  High cholesterol

• Anxiety

  Depression

  CVD

  Type 2 diabetes

  Obesity

• Hypertension

  Anxiety

  Obesity

  High cholesterol

  CVD

• Obesity

  Type 2 diabetes

  Hypertension

  High cholesterol

  CVD

An increased sense of connectedness within a community links to

• Emotional health

• Social health

• Physical health

• Mental health

Being emotionally healthy helps you remain calm under pressure, have a positive ? and be patient with yourself and others

(a)  

Make a flowchart of 5 reasons PA benefits mental health

Active people have:

• Greater self-esteem

• Improved brain function

• Lower levels of anxiety

• All of the above

Sleep doesn't allow you to push to a higher peak capacity, however it will allow you to...

Why do you exercise?

• For physical health mostly

• For my mental health

• To be social with friends

• To feel joyful