The beliefs and attributions that people hold can affect their behaviour (such as participation in a

screening program, the food they eat, and whether they take prescribed medication), or more
directly by affecting a physiological system, according to Marteau T.M. (1989). (Such as the immune
or cardiovascular systems).

Reflecting on the attitudes of health held by the general public where I previously resided, in
response to the question. Since people have to utilize the time spent getting enough physical activity
to do other things, it was widely considered among the residents that exercise was not a high
priority among other things like poor eating, drinking, smoking, etc. They will prefer to hunt for ways
to make money because the economy is not promising.

They do not really blame a lack of exercise or a poor diet when you ask them what might be
increasing such health conditions in the area. There is a belief that children who have obese parents
cannot prevent it because it is said that obesity runs in their family. There is also the belief that
everything that occurs is "destined," and that there is little they can do to stop it. Eating "junk" is
considered to be a form of enjoyment. They use drinking and smoking as a means to show off their
masculinity.

I hold different personal beliefs than those of my neighbourhood. I recognize the value of regular
physical activity and partake in it occasionally. I used to eat fast food, but after learning I had an
ulcer, I decided to switch to a healthier diet.

High health and financial expenses are associated with insufficient physical activity.

Exercise helps people operate better during the day and sleep better at night. It also contributes to
healthy growth and development, lowers the risk of various chronic diseases, and improves overall
health. Physical activity, even brief bursts of it, can enhance wellness and health.

Heart disease: Even in those without any additional risk factors, inadequate physical activity or a bad
diet can result in heart disease. Additionally, it can raise the risk of other heart disease risk factors
like obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and blood sugar.

Type 2 Diabetes: Drinking alcohol or not exercising enough can increase a person's chance of having
type 2 diabetes. Exercise helps maintain healthy blood pressure, weight, and blood sugar levels as
well as raising "good" cholesterol and lowering "bad" cholesterol. The risk of heart disease and nerve
damage, which are frequent issues for those with diabetes, can be decreased with adequate physical
exercise as well.

The risk of several malignancies, including those of the bladder, breast, colon, uterine, oesophagus,
kidney, lung, and stomach, can be reduced by engaging in the recommended level of physical
exercise. Regardless of weight status, these impacts still hold true.

The Health Advantages of Exercise

New research on the advantages of regular physical activity is presented in the second edition of the
Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans.

Increased ability to carry out daily tasks and better sleep.

An increase in cognitive function and a decreased risk of dementia.

Better musculoskeletal and bone health.

The easiest method to maintain a healthy weight is to combine eating a nutritious diet with getting
adequate exercise. More exercise and calorie restriction may be required for those looking to lose
weight.

References:
Ogden, J. (2019). The psychology of health and illness: An open access course. The psychology of
health and illness.pdf (pg. 24).

Marteau T.M. (1989). Health beliefs and attributions. In: Broome A.K. (eds) Health Psychology.
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4899-3228-0_1

National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (2019). Lack of Physical
activity. Retrieved from

https://www.cdc.gov/chronicdisease/resources/publications/factsheets/physical-activity.htm