This document discusses adopting a healthy active lifestyle. It explains that a healthy lifestyle involves being physically, socially, and mentally fit. It describes different opportunities for physical activity in everyday life, such as through work, school, leisure activities, and active transportation. The purpose is to understand healthy lifestyles and how to incorporate physical activity into daily routines.

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The adoption of a healthy
active lifestyle
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What you will learn about
in this topic:
1. What a healthy lifestyle is
2. The importance of adopting a
healthy active lifestyle in daily
life
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Learning objectives
By the end of this presentation you
should be able to:
•Understand that individuals have
different levels of fitness and
health
•Describe a healthy lifestyle
•Explain the everyday
opportunities there are to lead a
healthy active lifestyle
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In order to be healthy you have to
be physically fit. But as well as
exercising in order to develop the
physical component, you also need
to be socially and mentally well
adjusted in order to be healthy.
Everyone has the opportunity to
lead a healthy active lifestyle.
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Everyone has the
opportunity to
lead a healthy
active lifestyle.
For example, going to work or
school involves interaction with
others for long periods of time,
requiring a stable mental and social
state.
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Jobs involving manual labour
involve lifting, carrying and moving
heavy items.
This demands the
use of muscular
strength and
endurance and
cardiovascular
fitness.
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Jobs that involve
being constantly
on your feet –
standing up or
walking around
all day – requires
leg strength and
stamina.
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Working
outdoors or in
large areas
requires strength
and stamina.
However, being
in the fresh air
can be uplifting.
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Walking or cycling to school or
work requires strength and stamina
to cover the distance of the journey.
There is also the benefit of being
outside in the fresh air.
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Taking part in practical leisure
pursuits involves physical and
mental challenges and social
interaction with others.
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Exam questions
1. Explain why people need to
maintain a good general level of
fitness in their everyday lives.
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