Physical Benefits of Exercise

Physical activity is:

• a type of exercise

• a sedentary behavior

• a mental exercise

• a dietary habit

Which of the following are benefits of physical activity?

• Physical

• Psychological

• Social

• All of the above.

Does physical activity have to be a sport to be considered as being physically active?

• True

• False

Regular physical activity benefits the cardiovascular system by:

• improving heart muscle strength and efficiency

• decreasing lung capacity

• increasing blood pressure

• reducing flexibility

Regular physical activity plays a role in weight maintenance and disease prevention.

• True

• False

Physical activities contribute to bone strength by making them stronger and denser. Which of the following activities is a weight-bearing exercise that can help achieve this?

• Swimming

• Jumping rope

• Cycling

• Yoga

What are the psychological benefits of continuous exercise?

• Increases stress levels

• Releases endorphins

• Decreases self-confidence

• Blocks satisfaction and pleasure.

Physical activity can provide social benefits by:

• improving physical health

• enhancing social interactions

• increasing stress levels

• reducing physical fitness

What does Physical Fitness mean?

• Ability to perform daily tasks with vigor and without undue fatigue

• Having a muscular body

• Being able to run a marathon

• Having a low body fat percentage

Which of the following is a component of fitness?

• Cardiorespiratory endurance

• Speed

• Agility

• Balance