Kin 352 Exam #1

1. Characterize the major causes of premature death in today's industrialized societies. {Ans: } A) Chronic disease (diabetes, cancer, things that last a long time) -Function of maladaptive lifestyle choices --Poor diet --Not active enough -Genetics affect B) Back in the day, it was illness because of lack of medication2. Describe the relationship between lifestyle choices and human evolution in the development of the conditions described in question #1. {Ans: } Biologically meant to be hunter gathers -Crave things high in fat -Feast and famine cycle -Running around and not eating a lot Today we eat a lot, and not very physically active3. What are some of the conditions physical activity has been shown to prevent or treat? {Ans: } Cardiovascular disease, hypertension Obesity Type 2 diabetes Musculoskeletal disorders Mental illness Some cancers4. Describe the various recommendations for physical activity discussed in class (Surgeon General, USDHHS, ACSM). Why are these recommendations sometimes different between organizations? {Ans: } Different between organizations because it depends on the goal of the individualSurgeon general (2010) {Ans: } -150 min/week, of moderate intensity physical activity -Can be accumulated -Can be lifestyle physical activity, (walking dog, mowing lawn, raking leaves)USDHHS {Ans: } -150 min/week, of moderate