Our bodies when exercising
In this lesson, we will learn about the scientific effects of physical activity on our bodies.
Our bodies when exercising
In this lesson, we will learn about the scientific effects of physical activity on our bodies.
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- Scientific overview - what happens to our bodies when we exercise?
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- Contains subject matter which individuals may find upsetting.
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Adult supervision suggested.
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5 Questions
Q1.
Exercise can positively impact on our brains
False
Q2.
Exercise makes us feel happy
False
Q3.
In 2019, what percentage of young people were meeting the daily physical activity recommendations?
36%
58%
70%
Q4.
Physical activity is the same as exercise.
True
Q5.
What happens to our bodies when we exercise? Select all correct answers.
Brain function decreases
Heart rate decreases
We sweat less
5 Questions
Q1.
Physical activity is defined as...
bursts of activity for short periods of time, such as sprinting.
light activity you can sustain over long periods of time, such as jogging.
Q2.
Which of the following are categorised aerobic exercise? Select all correct answers
HIIT workout
Sprinting
Weight lifting
Q3.
BDNF is a positive effect of physical activity. What does it do to the brain?
Increases improves decision making
Increases motivation
Q4.
As you exercise more, your heart becomes more efficient in its work. Which of the following is an indicator of an efficient heart?
Less beats and less blood
More beats and less blood
More beats and more blood
Q5.
Perspiration is crucial in making sure we regulate our body's temperature. What does our sweat contain?
Just water
Water and salt
Water, salt and chemicals
Water, salt and sugar
Water, sugar and chemicals