exercise and nutrition

Exercise and Nutrition

Conditions of the Human Body Disease Obese Sedentary Healthy Well Active Fit Athletic

Disease A disorder of structure or function that

produces specific signs or symptoms and is not a direct result of physical injury

Heart Disease Diabetes Cancer Arthritis Injury Depression

Terms Obese- Severely overweight Sedentary- too much time spent seated -

or inactive Healthy- Not diseased Well- in a good or satisfactory way Active- Engaging in physical pursuits Fit- In good health, especially because of

regular physical exercise Athletic- physically strong, fit and active

Importance of Healthy Eating Self-preservation/Longevity Prevents Disease Boosts Energy Levels Increased Metabolism Weight Control Improved Mood Better Employee (boosts brain power)

Food Groups Fruit Vegetables Grains Protein Dairy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-

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Healthy Foods vs Junk Foods Empty Calories vs Nutrient Rich Foods Dangerous Ingredients Not Budget Friendly Convenience vs Planning https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-

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Benefits of Exercise Weight Control (calories in vs calories out) Disease Prevention Improves Mood Boosts Energy Improves Quality of Sleep Strengthens Muscles Lowers Heart Rate and Blood Pressure Boosts blood flow to the brain https://www.youtube.com/watch?

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Exercise at Home Choose activities you enjoy Join an exercise class Include your family and friends Vary your activities At least 10 minutes at a time Create a schedule

Exercise at Work Get off the bus/taxi earlier and walk to

your destination Replace a break with a 10 minute walk Take stairs instead of

escalators/elevators

Enjoyable Exercise Walk, jog, skate, cycle Swim or do water aerobics Take a class in martial arts, dance or yoga Golf Canoe, row or kayak Play tennis, basketball or volleyball Take a nature walk HAVE FUN AND GET MOVING