CSEP-CPT Written Exam Complete
Solutions
1.Coronary heart disease, type 2 diabetes, breast and colon cancers,
and shortens life expectancy: Physical inactivity increases the risk of
these major chronic conditions
2.Benefits of Physical Activity: >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
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, >balance
>mobility
<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
3.Barriers to Physical Activity: 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,e tc)
Lack of encouragement, support, or companionship from family and
friends Lack of built infrastructure
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Solutions
1.Coronary heart disease, type 2 diabetes, breast and colon cancers,
and shortens life expectancy: Physical inactivity increases the risk of
these major chronic conditions
2.Benefits of Physical Activity: >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
1/
11
, >balance
>mobility
<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
3.Barriers to Physical Activity: 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,e tc)
Lack of encouragement, support, or companionship from family and
friends Lack of built infrastructure
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