Benefits of Physical Activity Knowledge Check-U4L1

Front

Choose THREE things you can improve by regular physical activity. Options:

Respiratory function

,

Heart strength

,

Bone density

,

Juggling skills

Back

Respiratory function

,

Heart strength

,

Bone density

Answer explanation

Regular physical activity enhances respiratory function by improving lung capacity, strengthens the heart by increasing its efficiency, and boosts bone density, reducing the risk of osteoporosis. Juggling skills are not directly improved by exercise.

Front

Choose THREE things that would be considered regular physical activity. Options: Walking a dog, Walking to school, Watching a movie, Eating breakfast, Riding a bicycle

Back

Walking a dog, Walking to school, Riding a bicycle

Answer explanation

Walking a dog, walking to school, and riding a bicycle are all forms of regular physical activity that involve movement and exercise, unlike watching a movie or eating breakfast, which are sedentary activities.

Front

Choose THREE aerobic activities. Options: Running, Swimming, Basketball, Counting sheep

Back

Running, Swimming, Basketball

Answer explanation

Running, swimming, and basketball are all aerobic activities that increase heart rate and improve cardiovascular fitness. Counting sheep is not an aerobic activity.

Front

Which of these is an impact activity? Options: Chin-ups, Walking, Swimming

Back

Walking

Answer explanation

Walking is considered an impact activity because it involves weight-bearing movement, which impacts the joints and bones. In contrast, chin-ups, swimming, and juggling are either non-weight-bearing or have minimal impact.

Front

The CDC recommends that young people plan to be active at least _____ hour(s) per day.

Back

One

Answer explanation

The CDC recommends that young people engage in at least one hour of physical activity each day to promote health and well-being. Therefore, the correct answer is 'One'.

Front

Choose the THREE activities that the CDC recommends young people perform at least 3 days per week. Options:

Heart strengthening

,

Bone strengthening

,

Aerobic

,

Playing video games

Back

Heart strengthening

,

Bone strengthening

,

Aerobic

Answer explanation

The CDC recommends that young people engage in aerobic, heart strengthening, and bone strengthening activities at least 3 days a week to promote overall health and fitness.

Front

Benefit of regular physical activity?

Back

Improved sleep quality

Answer explanation

Regular physical activity is known to enhance sleep quality by helping to regulate sleep patterns and reduce insomnia. In contrast, increased screen time and decreased energy levels are not benefits of physical activity.

Front

Identify the activity that is not typically considered aerobic: Jogging, Yoga, Cycling, Eating ice cream.

Back

Eating ice cream

Answer explanation

Eating ice cream is not an aerobic activity, as it does not involve sustained physical exertion. In contrast, jogging, yoga, and cycling are all forms of aerobic exercise that increase heart rate and improve cardiovascular fitness.

Front

Which activity primarily strengthens bones?

Back

Weight-bearing exercises

Answer explanation

Weight-bearing exercises, such as running or weightlifting, force your bones to work against gravity, which helps to strengthen them. In contrast, cycling is non-weight-bearing, and eating ice cream does not contribute to bone strength.

Front

What is a common characteristic of aerobic exercises?

Back

They require oxygen for energy

Answer explanation

Aerobic exercises are characterized by their reliance on oxygen to generate energy. This distinguishes them from anaerobic exercises, which do not primarily use oxygen and focus more on short bursts of high-intensity activity.