Physical Activity

professorlevine2020

Please read the linked articles and provide your thoughts on the following:
1. Define physical activity.
2. What are some benefits of physical activity?
3. What are some motivational factors involved with accomplishing physical activity?
4. What are some ways that you personally motivate yourself to exercise?

https://who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/physical-activity

https://nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/behavior.htm

cbdelasho

Physical activity is defined as any movement made by the body, including during leisure time. Physical activity has been proven to prevent various diseases and illnesses including cancer, type-2 diabetes, and hypertension. It can also be helpful for improving mental health among children, adults, and pregnant women alike.

For some, self-monitoring is an effective way to motivate themselves to be more physically active. For instance, recording your weight every week can help you have an understanding of if what you are doing is working or not. Furthermore, creating short-term, realistic goals can keep you accountable and set you up for success while also motivating yourself to create more goals.

I like to keep track of how often I work out during the week to make sure I am keeping on top of my goal, which is to go to the gym at least three times a week. Often, when I work out three or more times a week, I realize that I feel better physically and mentally, which motivates me to keep up the routine. Additionally, I will set up times that my friends and I can work out together, as I enjoy working out with people who push me to excel in the gym.

fernandojpachecomatos

Physical activity is any activity that makes your body move.
Some benefits of physical activity are achieving a healthy and capable body, reduced chances of illnesses and diseases, longer life span, and better mental health and self esteem.
Some motivational factors for achieving physical activity can be wanting a fit body, or wanting to lose wheight. Also just building up their discipline or wanting to feel better about themselves.
Personally, I motivate myself to exercise by comparing myself to others and to my self, and setting goals for myself. I like the feeling of accomplishment and fullfilment after I'm done working out. I also love to eat, and if I don't keep up, my health will decrease.

Josh5908

1. Physical activity is any movement that requires energy.
2. The many benefits of physical activity include, lower risk for diseases associated with poor physical health, improved mental health, and reduced hypertension.
3. understanding health benefits, better body image/self-esteem boost, and source of enjoyment it doesn't need to be confined to a weight room.
4. I just like the activity of exercising as well as the fact that I'm doing my body a favor.

balmonte167

1. Physical activity is all movement that happens at any given time
2. Some benefits are lower risk for diseases and better energy levels. As well as lower risk for things like obesity and lower issues with weight. As well as building strength which can help with building muscle which can make you physically fit
3. Better mental health and better self-image. Increase in stuff like self-esteem and better self-image. As well as having better weight management.
4. The mental health side of it motivates me. I personally have better mental health when I work out.

Asha1770

1. Physical activity is any activity that keeps the heart rate up and requires movement. You don't have to necessarily be good at it or dedicate your life to it to be healthy. On the other hand it is important to have more movement then non movement in ones life. This prevents issues body issues and pains down the line when your older.
2. Physical activity benefits are preventing diseases that target demographics of people who don't have a lot of physical activity, it helps with chronic pain and pregnancies, and it reduces symptoms of depression.
3. Finding enjoyment in the physical activities or learning something new that one likes to do. Slowly watching ones goals be achieved or personal growth. And overcoming hurdles and physical challenges as time goes on.
4. I motivate myself to exercise by knowing that I will feel better afterwords and I can get food on a fully empty stomach. Also, I have digestive issues to exercise makes it easier for me. The thought that I want to be able to fit all my clothes all the time.

priyashley

1. Physical activity is any movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy, including activities during leisure, transport, work, or daily routines.
2. Physical activity reduces the risk of noncommunicable diseases like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer. It improves mental health, enhances cognitive function, promotes bone and muscle health, and supports overall well-being.
3.
 Motivational factors include setting realistic goals, seeing health improvements, having access to safe spaces, and enjoying activities like walking or cycling.
4.
 I focus on enjoyable activities, set attainable goals, track progress, and remind myself of the mental and physical health benefits outlined by WHO.