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KNES 397 Midterm 1 questions with correct answer1.
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KNES 397 Midterm 1 questions with correct answerswhat is health and exercise psychology concerned with Correct Answer-
application of psychological principles to the adoption and maintenance
of exercise behaviour
psychological consequences of exercise
what are the determinants of physical activity Correct Answer-factors
that affect or influence behaviour
may include: physical, psychological, social, environmental
what is health psychology Correct Answer-psychological processes
related to health and health care
can include exercise behaviour as a health behaviour, but also other
health behaviours
what is exercise psychology Correct Answer-psychological processes
related to the promotion and maintenance of exercise and leisure time
physical activity
the psychological consequences of leisure of physical activity
what does research in exercise psychology try to understand the effects
of Correct Answer-psychological factors on physical activity behaviour
participating in physical activity on psychological development, health,
and well-being
,what is physical activity Correct Answer-all bodily movements that
cause increases in physical exertion beyond that which occurs during
normal activities of daily living
what is exercise Correct Answer-leisure physical activity that is
undertaken to achieve a particular objective
planned/structured
what is physical inactivity Correct Answer-often defined as not meeting
physical activity recommendations
NOT the same as sedentary behaviour
some activity but not enough
what is sedentary behaviour Correct Answer-activities that require very
little movement
particularly concerned with sitting for prolonged periods
screen time/laying on couch/video games/office jobs
what are the 24 hour movement guidelines Correct Answer-integrate
physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and sleep
tailored by age group
18-64: 150min/week, major muscle groups 2x/week, light PA, 7-9 hours
sleep, max 8 hours of sedentary each day
no more than 3 recreational hours/day
break up long periods of sitting
,how do guidelines help encourage PA Correct Answer-provides
information
finds room for improvement
what are pitfalls where people need extra support to understand and
follow guidelines Correct Answer-lack of individual tailoring
not enough guidance
successes aren't always shown
don't match all guidelines
what are the physical benefits of PA Correct Answer-reduces risk of
morbidity and mortality
reduces risk of developing diabetes, hypertension, colon cancer and
heart disease
enhances ability to perform activities of daily living
helps control body weight
-75 min vigorous and 150 mod/vig
what are the psychological benefits of PA Correct Answer-improves
cognitive function
reduces feelings of depression, anxiety, and general negative mood
enhances general positive mood
improves body image, self-esteem, self-concept
-10 min/day of PA
, what are the social benefits of PA Correct Answer-provides
opportunities to develop social contacts and relationships
improves social functioning
increases social inclusion and participation
facilitates integration of the exerciser into their peer groups
what are PA participation patterns Correct Answer-43% of Canadians
are insufficiently active
vigorous and light activity declines linearly with age
boys and men are more likely to engage in vigorous exercise, gender gap
has narrowed
who do systemic barriers contribute to lower levels of physical activity
among Correct Answer-racial and ethnic minority groups
people with lower income
people with less education
what are systemic barriers to PA Correct Answer-access to
-facilities/resources
-money
-welcoming environment
what is adherence and exercise Correct Answer-need for participating
regularly
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