Asked by alejandro sthory on Mar 10, 2024
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Young children who exercise regularly
A) do not gain health benefits from their exercise programs.
B) gain more protection against heart disease than adolescents who exercise regularly.
C) have lower cholesterol than children with no consistent exercise program.
D) receive life-long protection against heart disease.
Heart Disease
A broad term for a range of diseases affecting the heart and blood vessels, including coronary artery disease, heart attacks, and heart failure.
Lower Cholesterol
The goal of reducing LDL (bad) cholesterol levels in the body to improve heart health.
- Identify the effects of physical activity on various age groups and communities.
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NC
Nicolette ClarkMar 10, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Young children who exercise regularly have been shown to have lower cholesterol levels compared to their sedentary peers. However, there is no evidence to suggest that they receive life-long protection against heart disease or that they gain more benefits than adolescents who exercise regularly.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the effects of physical activity on various age groups and communities.