CSEP-CPT WRITTEN EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS UPDATED
(2024/2025) (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
Coronary heart disease, type 2 diabetes, breast and colon cancers, and shortens
life expectancy - ANS ✓Physical inactivity increases the risk of these major
chronic conditions
Benefits of Physical Activity - ANS ✓>physical and mental health
>quality of life
>well-being
>aerobic and MSK fitness
>body composition
>sleep
>mood
>self-confidence
>neuromuscular awareness
>Opportunities for social interaction
>academic performance
>immune system
>muscle and bone strength
>insulin sensitivity
>chronic disease management
>life expectancy
>balance
>mobility
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<chronic disease
<hypertension
<blood glucose
<blood cholesterol
<overweight and obesity
<stress
<need for medication
<risk of functional limitations
<risk of falls and fractures
<health care costs
Barriers to Physical Activity - ANS ✓Lack of time
Inconvenience
Lack of self-motivation
Do not enjoy exercise
Lack confidence in their ability to be physically active
Fear of being injured or have been injured recently
Lack self-management skills (set personal goals etc)
Lack of encouragement, support, or companionship from family and friends
Lack of built infrastructure
Health Determinants - ANS ✓Income and social status
Employment and working conditions
Education
Physical environment
Health Services
Gender
Social support networks
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