Lifestyle Physical Activity
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Transcript of Lifestyle Physical Activity
REDUCE PROPORTION OF ADULTS WHO DO NO LEISURE TIME ACTIVITY
INCREASE ADULTS WHO ARE MEETING GUIDELINES FOR AEROBIC ACTIVITY
INCREASE WALKING, CREATE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENTS THAT
PROMOTE GOOD HEALTH
INCREASE WALKING TRIPS
Lifestyle Physical Activity
PAINTENSITIESLight
HR < 65% of MHR
Sitting, using computer, playing an instrument, washing dishes
Moderate
HR >65% <85% MHR
Brisk walk, jogging, pick-up basketball, digging ditches, soccer, swim
Vigorous
HR > 85%
Hiking, cross training, weight training, competitive sport
Lifestyle Approach to Physical Activity
METS
One MET equals the amount of energy a person expends at rest.
METs are multiples of resting activity.
So, Two METs equals twice the resting energy expenditure.
What is a MET?Metabolic Equivalent Score
Jogging is Aerobic
Aerobic Metabolism Aerobic means “in the presence of
oxygen”
Very EfficientUnlimited energy supply from
oxygenMet levels from 3-6
What else would be aerobic in nature….
Weight lifting
Anaerobic Metabolism Anaerobic means “without oxygen”
Vigorous activityNot very EfficientBody must rely on other
energy sourcesMet levels from above 6
What activities fall under this…..
How Many METS
Gardening Activates
Home Activities
Leisure Activities
Occupational Activities
Range of Intensities for Lifestyle Physical
Activity
Fewer health related issues
Builds CVSBetter wellness,
sleepLess StressLast bout effect
FITT Formula5day/week3-5 mets30 minutes
Pedometer readings Healthy day = 10,000 steps Threshold 7,500 Steps/day
Moderate PA Program Planning
Benefits of Moderate Physical Activities
Program Planning Suggestions