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    Out of all the members at my local gym, only 7% of them fit into older population category and I think this needs to increase dramatically. It is important to promote and support physical activity for the older population try and raise the amount of physically active older adults. ‘Physical activity is defined as any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that require energy expenditure’. (World Health Organisation, 2015, para. 1). I believe it is important for the older population to be physically

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    The variables of the study mentioned in the title are the physical activity, the ages of the group. The time effect could be consider a variable, but it is confirmed later in the study that time was not included in the final model. Physical activity is the dependent variable, but it is divided between-person that signifies the level, and within-person which represents the individual change. The research analyzes how physical activity affects cognitive performance in a period of 8 years in 3 different

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    Physical activity Physical activity represents the most variable component of your total energy expenditure. This is the additional energy expended above RMR and DT and will contribute more to total daily energy expenditure in active individuals. Exactly how much it varies depends on how active your general lifestyle is, how often, how energetically, and for how long you participate in sports and exercise. There is people who wants to start exercising but the problem is they have no idea what to

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    the following: “Regular physical activity in childhood and adolescence improves strength and endurance, helps build healthy bones and muscles, helps control weight, reduces anxiety and stress, increases self-esteem, and may improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels” (Cdc.gov). Our target population of middle school adolescents in Long Beach has higher than average obesity rates; therefore implementing a physical activity intervention plan is necessary. The current physical education teacher will

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    The Effect of Physical Activity on Preschool Children’s Academics and Cognition Development The Effect of Physical Activity on Preschool Children’s Academics and Cognition Development In school, children get the opportunity to take part in physical activities. Physical activities are generally classified as indoor activity and outdoor activity. A few types of physical activities children get to take part in includes aerobic exercise in which it is the most common one where children play soccer or

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    exercise and physical activity have myriad positive effects and benefits on a person’s physical health. A similar concept to think about is the relationship between physical activity and mental health, specifically academic performance. Through my research of studies, trials, and reviews I believe that physical activity has a positive effect on academic performance, leading to higher grade point averages, achievement in post-compulsory education, and learning. To look at the effects of physical activity

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    Does physical activity actually improve an individual’s academic success? One might be quick to assume that physical activity takes valuable time away from possible learning experiences and thus negatively impacts academic success.  However, scientists have proven that not only does physical activity enhance one’s overall physical well-being, it also positively affects academic success.  In this increasingly competitive day and age, it seems that people are endlessly pursuing self-improvement and

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    Biggs Mrs. Johnson Research Paper The Importance of Physical Activity for Special Needs Everyone needs physical activity to stay healthy. For special needs, it is even more important exercise and to get around. Exercise affects them by enabling them to learn new things that could help them physically, mentally, and emotionally. Strengthening those attributes could improve their skills and help them learn in different ways. Physical activity is very crucial for special needs to help improve them

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    Benefits of Physical Activity: Many evidences are now showing that regular exercise is an effective strategy to prevent and treat several chronic diseases (e.g., cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer, hypertension, depression, and osteoporosis) [29]. It has been demonstrated that the current CPAG is sufficient to elicit health benefits, especially in people who were previously sedentary [30]. Generally, a positive linear relationship exists between physical activity level and health status [31]

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    Name: Peter Age: 56 Occupation: Analytical Scientist 1. On average, how many days a week do you consciously participate in physical activity lasting longer than 15minutes? 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – 5 – 6 – 7 2. Of this week, roughly, what is the total amount of hours you spend on physical activity? 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 - 5 - 6 – 7 – 8 3. On average, how much time do you spend physically active for travel purposes per week? i.e) Cycling, walking, skating to school/work. 30min – 1h – 2h – 3h – 4h – 5h – more

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