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Unit 2: Health, Safety & Training
Unit 2.1 Health

The World Health Organisation define health as: 'a complete state of physical, social and mental well-being and not just the absence of disease or illness.

Physical well-being:

All body systems work well, free from illness and injury, able to carry out everyday physical tasks. ​

Social well-being:

 Have friendships, have essential human needs (food and shelter), able to mix with others

Mental well-being:

Able to cope with stress, can control emotions, feel good about yourself

Health and fitness are linked in many ways. You need both to lead a healthy lifestyle. You should eat a balanced diet, take regular exercise and avoid drugs and pollution.

Unit 2.2 Diet

Diet: The normal food we eat.

A balanced diet: A diet which contains an optimal ratio of nutrients.

Macro Nutrients
Unit 2.2 Diet
Unit 1.6 Fitness

“Fitness is a measure of the body’s ability to complete physical, mental and social activities necessary for everyday life effectively and efficiently.”

Health Related Fitness

•Stamina (Cardiovascular & Muscular endurance)

•Body Composition

•Flexibility

•Speed

•Strength

Skill Related Fitness

•Agility

•Balance

•Co-ordination

•Power

•Speed of reaction / Timing

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