Participation in Exercise Programmes (Grade 10 NSC Matric Life Orientation): Flashcards

Ability to do activities effectively with energy for daily tasks

Cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, endurance, flexibility

How heart, vessels, lungs supply oxygen/nutrients during activity

Muscles' ability to exert force during an activity

Body's ability to exercise for long periods without getting tired

Ability to move joints/muscles through complete range of motion

Chemicals released in exercise that reduce pain & create happiness

Pituitary gland and hypothalamus

Reduces stress/depression, improves confidence, focus, sleep, mood

Lower risk: heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, osteoporosis