HPEX 310 EXAM ONE OUTLINE Questions and Correct Answers/ Latest Update / Already Graded

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HPEX 310 EXAM ONE OUTLINE Questions
and Correct Answers/ Latest Update /
Already Graded
Life Expectancy in the U.S.

Ans: -Men: 77.4 years
-Women: 82.2 years


#1 Cause of Death in U.S.

Ans: Cardiovascular disease


Physical Activity

Ans: All physical movement produced by skeletal muscle that
results in energy expenditure


Exercise

Ans: Planned activity done to improve components of wellness


Health and Longevity Factors

Ans: 1) Lifestyle (53%)
2) Environment (21%)

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3) Genetics (16%)
4) Quality of Healthcare (10%)


Barriers to Change

Ans: -Low knowledge
-Low motivation
-Denial
-Low self-efficacy
-Low social support


8 Components of Wellness

Ans: 1) Physical: Maintaining healthy weight & physical fitness
2) Emotional: Social skills & interpersonal relationships
3) Intellectual: Keeping mind active
4) Spiritual: A sense of meaning & purpose
5) Social: Development & maintenance of meaningful
relationships
6) Environmental: Healthy surroundings
7) Occupational: High level of job satisfaction
8) Financial: Living comfortably on income




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Benefits of Exercise

Ans: -Decreased risk of CVD, diabetes, & cancer
-Increased bone mass
-Delayed aging
-Increased longevity
-Improved psychological well-being


Osteoporosis

Ans: Loss of bone mass


How to Increase Well-Being

Ans: -Be physically active
-Avoid prolonged periods of sitting
-Healthy diet
-Reduce stress
-Limit alcohol
-Avoid tobacco/drugs
-Regular medical exams
-Healthy relationships


5 Components of Health-Related Fitness


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