HOW INACTIVITY AFFECTS

HUMAN SYSTEM

MEPE 115
Reporter: Enrico T. Pasinabo
Ten Major Systems
- Nervous System - Musculoskeletal System
- Excretory System - Reproductive System
- Endocrine System - Respiratory System
- Integumentary System - Cardiovascular System
- Digestive System - Immune System
THE HUMAN SYSTEM
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HOW CAN INACTIVITY
HURT YOU HEALTH?
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WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU
ARE TOO SEDENTARY?
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WHAT ARE TO MAJOR
PROBLEMS OF INACTIVITY?
Musculoskeletal
System
The skeleton provides a framework on which the
human body is arranged.
It is articulated to allow free movement in conjunction
with the skeletal muscles.
They control movement, posture and assist the body
with heat generation.
Our bodies are held together by connective tissue.
Cardiovascular
System
The heart and blood vessels make up this system. The
heart is a pump forcing blood into a network of blood
vessels allowing it to travel to organs and delivery
sites requiring oxygen gas for respiration nutrients and
the removal of waste substances.
Endocrine
System
Composed of a number of small organs
distributed throughout the body,
the endocrine system coordinates the
metabolic activity of body cells by
interacting with the nervous
system. Endocrine glands produce
hormones (chemical messengers) released
into the blood and transported to target
sites around the body.
Excretory
system
The excretory system is composed of the
kidneys (urine-forming organs), the
bladder (temporary storage for urine) and
channels for moving this liquid waste
around. Kidneys are blood purifiers
filtering liquid from the bloodstream,
removing undesirable substances (such as
toxins) and returning those still required
to the blood.
 Nervous System
The nervous system is made up of a network of specialized
cells, tissues and organs that coordinate and regulate the
responses of the body to internal and external stimuli.

Our five senses make up a system within the nervous

system. They are responsible for receiving information from
the environment outside the body and relaying it to the brain
for processing.

The nervous system is made up of two parts:

•The central nervous system (CNS) is made of the brain
and spinal cord. It receives information and responds to it.
•The peripheral nervous system (PNS) is composed of the
nerves extending from the brain and spinal cord to the rest
of the body. The PNS is made up of a sensory part (made of
nerve fibres carrying impulses to the CNS from sensory
receptors found in the five senses) and a motor part (taking
messages from the CNS to muscles, glands and organs).
Integumentary 
System
Commonly known as the skin, this system
wraps the body in a protective covering with a
number of functions such as UV protection
and temperature regulation, taking it well
beyond being just a mere covering.
Respiratory System

Our bodies are made up of countless cells all requiring

oxygen to carry out the important process
of respiration. In this process cells use oxygen gas and
produce carbon dioxide gas – a waste product that
must be removed from the body. The process of
breathing allows these gases to be exchanged between
the blood and lungs.
Digestive system

This system resembles a long tube with

attached organs. Ingested food is broken down
into constituent nutrient molecules that are then
absorbed into the bloodstream. Indigestible
remains are then egested.
Reproductive
System
The human body has a system of organs
that work together for the purpose of
reproduction. The biological purpose of
this process is the continuation of life.
Immune System
The immune system is a protection
mechanism composed of specialized
cells, cell products, tissues, organs and
processes within an organism that protect
against pathogens.
What health risks are linked to
physical inactivity?
Lack of physical activity has clearly been shown to be a risk factor for cardiovascular
disease and other conditions:
 Less active and less fit people have a greater risk of developing high blood pressure.
 Physical activity can reduce your risk for type 2 diabetes.
 Studies show that physically active people are less likely to develop coronary heart disease
than those who are inactive. This is even after researchers accounted for smoking, alcohol use,
and diet.
 Lack of physical activity can add to feelings of anxiety and depression.
 Physical inactivity may increase the risk of certain cancers.
 Physically active overweight or obese people significantly reduced their risk for disease with
regular physical activity.
 Older adults who are physically active can reduce their risk for falls and improve their ability
to do daily activities.
 Facts about inactive
lifestyles
Thousands and thousands of deaths occur each year due to a
lack of regular physical activity. In addition:
 Inactivity tends to increase with age.
 Women are more likely to lead inactive lifestyles than men.
 How exercise is
beneficial?
1. Exercise improves mental health
2. Exercise decreases disease risk
3. Regular exercise can improve sleep
4. Exercise can reduce stress and improve mood
Adding exercise to your
daily routine
1. Track your daily activity
2. Set a reminder
3. Build activity into your routine