Psychology 2036A/B Lecture Notes - Lecture 6: Bone Density, Neurology, Social Comparison Theory

• School: Western University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: Psychology 2036A/B
• Professor: Yves Bureau

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Physical activity and the 5 components of health health illness continuum death -> illness -> health -> perfect health. Levels of physical activity physical activity active leisure (vs. passive leisure): linked to positive outcomes and general wellness. Canadian exercise rates increase in number of canadians ages 12+ who are moderately active. 3. isometric: contract muscle without moving body isotonic: weight training isokinetic: tension on muscle with range of motion. 2. anaerobic: lengthy effort, jogging aerobic: intense effort, short range. Psychological benefits of physical activity extensive literature shows physical and psychological benefits of exercise highligh mind-body integration some concerns re: methodology. Ostrwo (1996) developed special psychological tests for particular sports physical activity linked to sense of self, cognitive funcitoning, and mood. 4. performance accomplishments vicarious experience verbal persuasion emotional arousal. Tomporowski & ellis, 1986 results from meta-analysis suggest long-term engagement inexercise imrpoves fitness and cognitive ability (etnier et al. , 1997)