The Consequences of a Sedentary Lifestyle (AQA GCSE Physical Education): Flashcards
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Define sedentary lifestyle
Define sedentary lifestyle
A lifestyle with little or no exercise
Transport trend causing sedentary lifestyle
Transport trend causing sedentary lifestyle
More car/public transport use than cycling/walking
Job type causing sedentary lifestyle
Job type causing sedentary lifestyle
Computer-based jobs
Why sedentary lifestyle causes obesity
Why sedentary lifestyle causes obesity
Inactivity & reduction in metabolic rate
Mental health effect of obesity
Mental health effect of obesity
Poor self-esteem, depression, lack of serotonin release
What is hypertension?
What is hypertension?
High blood pressure
How sedentary lifestyle causes hypertension
How sedentary lifestyle causes hypertension
Lack of exercise leads to inefficient heart & damaged blood vessels
Sleep problems from sedentary lifestyle
Sleep problems from sedentary lifestyle
Snoring, restless legs, lack of oxygen delivery
Weight & type 2 diabetes link
Weight & type 2 diabetes link
Being overweight increases risk of type 2 diabetes
Risk factors for heart disease & stroke
Risk factors for heart disease & stroke
High blood pressure & cholesterol
Define lethargy
Define lethargy
Lacking energy
Cause of lethargy from sedentary lifestyle
Cause of lethargy from sedentary lifestyle
Low oxygen levels lead to fatigue & tiredness