Factors that affect physical activity
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Geographic location
(city dwellers are more active)
Gender
(men more active)
Education
levels (higher educated individuals more active)
Ethnicity
correlates with activity level
Physical Activity Benefits
Better Mood-exercise makes people feel good by increasing energy, increases concentration & alertness.
It also decreases anxiety & stress
Endorphins-
elevated brain chemical known as the “runners high” are released during prolonged exercise.
Exercise is known for treatment of depression & anxiety disorders!
Longer life-exercise strengthens the heart and lungs
Exercise even without weight loss! Lungs increase their vital capacity & can take in more oxygen.
Increased circulation by conditioning the heart (lowers heart rate & blood pressure)
Decreased heart attack, strokes
Healthier bones-decreases bone loss & increases bone density with regular weight bearing exercise. Helps
prevent osteoporosis.
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