A.3.2 Benefits to health of being active
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Factors that lower immunity in athletes
• sleep deprivation • stress and anxiety • intensified training • poor nutrition
Physical well-being
A state of optimal health where the body can function efficiently both mentally and physically
Benefits of an active lifestyle
• help maintain body weight • improves sleep quality • improve mental health, reduce risk of anxiety and depression • improve cognitive functions
Exercise and the immune system
• immune system helps us fight against viruses in harmony • lowering chances of infections • moderate exercise prevent risk of infections
What are pathogens
microorganisms known to cause diseases within our body
Stress and the immune system
short term stress increases preparation for danger/disease increasing immune function
Relationship between activity level and immune system function J-shaped Model
relationship between exercise intensity and likelihood of URTIs moderate physical activity decreases the risk of infection compared to sedentary lifestyle. However, too intense training can increase the risk of infection
Definition of sedentary lifestyle
Someone who doesn’t do much exercise and
What is a URTI infection
Upper respiratory tract infection, caused by an acute infection
What is an acute infection
short term illness that beings rapidly and usually resolves quickly
Relationship between activity level and immune system function S-shaped curve Model
Elite athletes may perform high intense training with no increase risk of URTIs rate
Physical inactivity
Not meeting recommended levels of physical activity cause cardiovascular disease obesity type 2 diabetes
Self esteem