Physical Education

Building muscular strength and endurance will help to

Eliminate back injuries

Prevent strains and sprains

Help us to perform daily activities more efficiently

All of the above

Daily physical activity can help prevent chronic disease like type II diabetes, cardiovascular disease and certain forms of cancer.

True

False

An example of a social benefit from daily physical activity would be

Metabolic rate increases

Heart and lungs get stronger

Great way to meet people

Improves flexibility

An example of a mental benefit from daily physical activity would be

Working together as a team to improve communication skills

Increase of self-confidence and improvement of self-image

Helps to keep blood cholesterol levels in healthy range

More calories are burned

Endorphins are a chemical released in the body during exercise. What do they do for you?

Give you a feeling of wellness and happiness after a workout

Increase oxygen to the brain to help you feel more alert

Lessen your risk for type 2 diabets

Build muscular strength and endurance

Flexibility will improve what aspect of exercise

Social

Physical

Mental

More muscle mass results in less calories burned

True

False

Exercise has a direct affect on ones

Metabolic rate

Energy level

Ratio of muscle mass to fat mass

All of the above

Physical Fitness is the ability of body systems working together efficiently, allowing you to be healthy and active.

True

False

Which occupation would include physical exercise and also benefit one's mental and social health?

Accountant

Computer technology director

Construction worker/business owner

Airline pilot

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