List the four leading causes of death in the United States. How can a number of these deaths be prevented or greatly reduced?
The four leading causes are heart disease, cancer, stroke, and chronic lower respiratory disease. Some deaths can be prevented or greatly reduced by being physically active, eating a balanced diet, avoiding tobacco, limiting alcohol, and getting regular medical care and recommended screenings.
List one lifetime activity in which you are interested in participating. Describe at least one factor that may influence your ability to participate in that activity.
I am interested in walking. One factor that may influence my ability to participate is whether I have enough free time; access to a safe place to walk could also matter.
Exercise is something that should be __________.
Describe the precautions someone with heart disease should observe when exercising.
When exercising, people with heart disease should avoid high-intensity workouts, gradually increase workout intensity, and closely monitor their heart rate.
Which of the following statements about physiological age and chronological age is TRUE?
What are the key signs of stress affecting mental health?
Key signs include persistent worry or anxiety, irritability, frequent mood changes, feeling overwhelmed, difficulty concentrating or making decisions, changes in sleep or appetite, fatigue, withdrawing from friends or family, and losing interest in normally enjoyable activities. If these signs are severe or continue for a long time, the person should seek help from a trusted adult or mental-health professional.
Change in diet, sleep patterns, and routine are all __________ signs of stress.
Which of the following exercise preferences is NOT influenced by personality?
What are some of the physical signs of stress?
Some physical signs of stress include increased heart rate, rapid breathing, sweating, muscle tension, headaches, fatigue, stomachaches, and trouble sleeping.
Summarize the main steps an individual should take when developing an action plan.
Identify the goal, break it into manageable tasks, set priorities and deadlines, gather needed resources, and monitor and adjust progress.
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