AOS 1 – Physical Activity, Sport and Society

AOS 1 – Physical Activity, Sport and Society

What is physical activity?

Any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that results in energy expenditure.

What is sedentary behaviour?

Low energy activities performed while sitting or lying down.

What is physical inactivity?

A lack of sufficient physical activity to meet recommended guidelines.

List 4 forms of physical activity.

Play, games, sport, active transport, chores, recreational activity.

What are the physical benefits of physical activity?

Improved cardiovascular health, muscular strength, and endurance.

What are the social benefits of physical activity?

Improved teamwork, communication, and social connections.

What are the mental and emotional benefits of physical activity?

Reduced stress and anxiety, improved mood and self-esteem.

List two health consequences of physical inactivity.

Obesity and Type 2 diabetes.

What are subjective measures of physical activity?

Self-report tools like diaries or recall surveys.

What are objective measures of physical activity?

Pedometers, accelerometers, observation tools.

What is the Social-Ecological Model?

A framework that considers individual, social, physical, and policy-level factors.

List 4 levels of the Social-Ecological Model.

Individual, Social Environment, Physical Environment, Policy.

What is the Youth Physical Activity Promotion Model (YPAP)?

A model used to understand youth physical activity based on enabling and reinforcing factors.

What is an enabler of physical activity?

A factor that encourages participation (e.g. access to facilities).

What is a barrier to physical activity?

A factor that hinders participation (e.g. lack of time or motivation).

Give an example of a physical activity strategy for young people.

Running lunchtime sports at school.

What are the physical activity guidelines for 13–17 year olds?

At least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity daily.

What does FITT stand for?

Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type.

How can FITT be applied to a training program?

To tailor exercise to meet individual needs and goals.

What is a setting-based approach?

Using places like schools, workplaces, or communities to promote PA.

Give an example of a PA promotion initiative in a workplace.

Organised walking groups during breaks.