The Consequences of a Sedentary Lifestyle (AQA GCSE Physical Education): Quizzes
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What is a sedentary lifestyle?
What is a sedentary lifestyle?
A lifestyle with little or no exercise
Which factor contributes to more people leading a sedentary lifestyle?
Which factor contributes to more people leading a sedentary lifestyle?
More use of cars & public transport
Why can obesity develop from a sedentary lifestyle?
Why can obesity develop from a sedentary lifestyle?
Inactivity & reduced metabolic rate
How can being overweight or obese affect mental health?
How can being overweight or obese affect mental health?
Can lead to depression
What does lack of exercise and poor diet lead to regarding the heart?
What does lack of exercise and poor diet lead to regarding the heart?
An inefficient heart
What sleep-related issues are linked to lack of oxygen delivery and excessive weight?
What sleep-related issues are linked to lack of oxygen delivery and excessive weight?
Snoring and restless legs
Being overweight can increase the risk of developing which condition?
Being overweight can increase the risk of developing which condition?
Type 2 diabetes
What increases the risk of heart attack and stroke?
What increases the risk of heart attack and stroke?
High blood pressure & cholesterol
What causes lethargy (lacking energy) in a sedentary lifestyle?
What causes lethargy (lacking energy) in a sedentary lifestyle?
Low oxygen levels
Which activity contributes to sedentary behaviour at home?
Which activity contributes to sedentary behaviour at home?
Playing computer games
Why are more jobs contributing to sedentary lifestyles?
Why are more jobs contributing to sedentary lifestyles?
They are computer-based
What can hypertension potentially cause?
What can hypertension potentially cause?
Damaged blood vessels