a.In your own words, why do you think physical activity is a newand emerging area of specialization in public health?
b.DISCUSS/EXPLAIN five (5) general health and fitness benefitsof regular physical activity and exercise.
a.In your own words, why do you think physical activity is a newand emerging area of specialization in public health?
b.DISCUSS/EXPLAIN five (5) general health and fitness benefitsof regular physical activity and exercise.
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QUESTION 1
Before undertaking an exercise or nutrition program, whatpreliminary steps should be taken?
Choose an expensive activity; that way you know you've investedmoney in it and be more likely to stay with it. | ||
Go to an exercise physiologist who can teach you how the bodyworks. | ||
Choose an enjoyable activity that you know you will stay withwhether you're alone or in a group. | ||
Get an exercise stress test from a sports medicine doctor who isalso knowledgeable in nutrition. |
QUESTION 2
The most important component(s) of exercise from a health andlongevity standpoint is(are)
the intensity and duration of the activity. | ||
the duration and frequency of the activity. | ||
the frequency and regularity of the activity. | ||
the warm-up and cool-down periods. |
QUESTION 3
Among the physiological benefits of regular exercise, which ofthe following can occur?
Regular exercise will inhibit the blood chemistry responsiblefor the "good" cholesterol. | ||
Regular exercise can be a way to improve mood and relievedepression. | ||
Regular exercise has been shown to increase the need for"energizers." | ||
Regular exercise decreases blood flow to the brain, thereforeactivating endorphins, natural tranquilizers. |
QUESTION 4
By eating a high carbohydrate diet the day before any athleticevent,
muscles will have adequate fuel, i.e., glycogen for thecompetition. | ||
athletes can eat more protein the day of the competition. | ||
less water will be needed the day of the competition sincecarbohydrates are high in water. | ||
all of these. |
QUESTION 5
A person with high blood cholesterol should considerparticipating in an aerobic exercise program such as walking orjogging because aerobic exercise
will raise HDL ("good") cholesterol after a period of trainingand decrease the risk for heart disease. | ||
will cause a sudden increase in the heart rate to near maximallevels which lowers the "bad" cholesterol. | ||
forces more LDL ("bad") cholesterol out of the body throughwaste elimination. | ||
keeps the blood circulating faster, even at rest, thereforecauses a decrease in total blood cholesterol. |
QUESTION 6
For most athletes who are well-nourished, nutrition supplementssuch as protein powders and vitamin pills
dramatically improve performance. | ||
improve performance only moderately. | ||
do not significantly improve performance. | ||
seem to cause a decrease in performance. |
QUESTION 7
In addition to being able to exercise at work, employees whohave access to a Wellness program and fitness facility at the jobsite
is more likely to make positive changes in lifestyle. | ||
has less absenteeism from work. | ||
becomes more educated in health issues. | ||
all of these. |
QUESTION 8
The general recommendation to support activity is to eat adiet
high in protein and low in fat. | ||
low in protein and high in carbohydrate. | ||
high in carbohydrate and low in fat. | ||
high in carbohydrate and high in protein. |
QUESTION 9
Walking is considered the best form of exercise because it
is not expensive. | ||
promotes cardiovascular endurance. | ||
is easy to perform. | ||
all of these. |
QUESTION 10
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Exercise and nutrition are important components of a soundprogram for physically challenged people because they
are investments in good physical health.
help support a positive mental health.
help people face the challenges of life and achieve dreams.
all of these.
