DIMENSION DEVELOPMENT: Recreation, Physical Fitness and Wellness Exam Questions and Answers

Characteristics of Recreation - ANSWER -1. Involves voluntary choice and participation of the individual; 2. Includes physical activities that are well organized, date- and time- flexible, suited to the individuals needs and controlled by the individual in terms of location, time, Clothing and equipment, and other conditions; 3. Focuses on the individuals participation more than on the results. 4. Accessible and available to all regardless of socio-economic status, age, sex, and disability. Physical Fitness - ANSWER -•Is the measure of the body's ability to function efficiently and effectively, resist diseases, and confront emergency situations. •It refers to a person's overall strength, flexibility, endurance of the heart, lungs and muscles and body composition. Concept of Physical Fitness - ANSWER -•When exercising, the lungs take in additional oxygen which is fuel for the heart and brain. • Being fit enables the body to fight off illness and diseases. • Exercise helps reduce stress and tension. Components of Physical Fitness - ANSWER -1. cardiovascular endurance 2. Muscular strength and endurance 3. Muscular endurance 4. Flexibility 5. Body Composition Benefits of Regular Physical Activities - ANSWER -1. Exercise helps controls weight. 2. Exercise helps prevent heart diseases. 3. Exercise helps improve mood. 4. Exercise helps boost energy. 5. Exercise helps enhance learning.