How do your choices of physical activities and food affect your fitness levels and health goals?

Summary

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  • Deciding your health goals will steer you towards the right type of physical activity for you.
  • Enjoyment is the key to maintaining an exercise program.
  • See your doctor for a medical check-up before embarking on any new physical activity program.

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How do your choices of physical activities and food affect your fitness levels and health goals?

How do your choices of physical activities and food affect your fitness levels and health goals?

This page has been produced in consultation with and approved by:

How do your choices of physical activities and food affect your fitness levels and health goals?

How do your choices of physical activities and food affect your fitness levels and health goals?

  • Aerobics injuries are usually caused by trauma and overuse, but can be prevented by using the right techniques and equipment.

  • Exercise can reduce some of the symptoms of arthritis, and improve joint mobility and strength.

  • Asthma triggered by exercise can be prevented with medication and by preparing for exercise and physical activity.

  • Australian rules football is a physical contact sport that often results in injuries from tackling, kicking, running and constant competition for the ball.

  • A kilojoule is a unit of measure of energy, in the same way that kilometres measure distance.

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Summary

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  • Break down your ultimate health and fitness goal into small, specific and achievable mini-goals.
  • Keep a training diary to monitor your progress.
  • Always see your doctor for a medical check-up before starting any new fitness program, particularly if you are over 40 years, overweight, haven’t exercised in a long time or suffer from a chronic medical condition.

This page has been produced in consultation with and approved by:

How do your choices of physical activities and food affect your fitness levels and health goals?

How do your choices of physical activities and food affect your fitness levels and health goals?

This page has been produced in consultation with and approved by:

How do your choices of physical activities and food affect your fitness levels and health goals?

How do your choices of physical activities and food affect your fitness levels and health goals?

  • Aerobics injuries are usually caused by trauma and overuse, but can be prevented by using the right techniques and equipment.

  • Exercise can reduce some of the symptoms of arthritis, and improve joint mobility and strength.

  • Asthma triggered by exercise can be prevented with medication and by preparing for exercise and physical activity.

  • Australian rules football is a physical contact sport that often results in injuries from tackling, kicking, running and constant competition for the ball.

  • A kilojoule is a unit of measure of energy, in the same way that kilometres measure distance.

From other websites

Content disclaimer

Content on this website is provided for information purposes only. Information about a therapy, service, product or treatment does not in any way endorse or support such therapy, service, product or treatment and is not intended to replace advice from your doctor or other registered health professional. The information and materials contained on this website are not intended to constitute a comprehensive guide concerning all aspects of the therapy, product or treatment described on the website. All users are urged to always seek advice from a registered health care professional for diagnosis and answers to their medical questions and to ascertain whether the particular therapy, service, product or treatment described on the website is suitable in their circumstances. The State of Victoria and the Department of Health shall not bear any liability for reliance by any user on the materials contained on this website.

How does physical activity affect food choices?

It naturally increases energy expenditure [9] and can also regulate eating behavior via endocrine mediators such as insulin, leptin, and ghrelin [10-12]. Physical activity can influence total food intake in adults and adolescents [9,13], which further decreases overall energy balance.

How does eating healthy affect your physical health?

Adults who eat a healthy diet live longer and have a lower risk of obesity, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers. Healthy eating can help people with chronic diseases manage these conditions and avoid complications.

How does physical fitness affect your overall health and wellness?

Being physically active can improve your brain health, help manage weight, reduce the risk of disease, strengthen bones and muscles, and improve your ability to do everyday activities. Adults who sit less and do any amount of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity gain some health benefits.