NUTR 1010 Lecture 29: NUTR*1010 - Lecture 29
30 Nov 2016
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Physical activity decreases risks for many chromic conditions. Decrease fat mass, maintains lean body mass. Improves blood lipids, slows atherosclerosis increases hdl levels. Breast cancer, colon cancer (cofounding factors better diet, quality of life?) Decreases stress and anxiety (promotes good mental health) Helps maintain mom"s fitness, muscle tones, helps control weight gain. Only 22% of canadian adults are physically active. People in bc are more active than the prairies and ontario. 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous intensity aerobic activity each week. Add in muscle and bone strengthening activities at least 2 days per week. Rake the lawn and offer to do your neighbours. Train for and participate in a run for charity. Has all of the following aerobic activity, strength training, and exercises for balances/flexibility. Activities that make us breathe harder and make our hearts beat faster. Recommendations 150 minutes per week, 10 minutes in one session. Exercises to improve muscle strength and bone health.
