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عرض الرسائل ذات التصنيف Physical activity and psychosocial health

Physical activity and psychosocial health

A number of factors influence the way in which sport and physical activity impacts on health in different populations. Sport and physical activity in itself may not directly lead to benefits but, in combination with other factors, can promote healthy lifestyles. There is evidence to suggest that changes in the environment can have a significant impact on opportunities for participation and in addition, the  conditions under which the activity is taking place can heavily impact on health outcomes . Elements that may be determinants on health include nutrition, intensity and type of physical activity, appropriate footwear and clothing, climate, injury, stress levels and sleep patterns. Sport and physical activity can make a substantial contribution to the well-being of people in  developing countries . Exercise, physical activity and sport have long been used in the  treatment and rehabilitation of communicable and non-communicable diseases . Physical activity for in...