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QUESTIONJAN 30, 2017Prof Lex onlyPersonal Health and Wellness (HLTH – 4300 –
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CUSSION BOARDBody ImagePerception versus reality. In relation to weight and body
image, perception and reality are often different. The average American woman is 5 feet 4
inches and weighs 140 pounds, while the average American model is 5 feet 11 inches and
weighs 117 pounds. Which is a more realistic representation of a woman?Contemporary
advertisements and media can impact a person’s idea of body image as well as an
individual’s culture and economic status. Think about the factors that influence the
perception of body image. Consider how body image might affect an individual’s dietary
choices and physical exercise. As you think about how perception and body image impact
personal health, consider whether there is a genetic component to body weight and
whether weight or body shape is a result of genetics or behavior.To prepare for this
Discussion:Review Chapter 9 in Health: The basics, 10th edition. Consider the role nutrition
plays in maintaining body weightReview Chapter 10 in Health: The basics, 10th edition.
Think about how a healthy weight can impact body image.Review the article “Body image
change and improved eating self-regulation in a weight management intervention in
women.” Consider the impact of body image on dietary choices.Review the media
“Dimensions of Health Wheel.” Focus on how the perception of body image affects health
and wellness.Review the multimedia piece “Dimensions of Health Wheel.” Consider the role
of genetics and behavior on body weight and shape.Review the multimedia piece
“Dimensions of Health Wheel.” Focus on how the perception of body image affects health
and wellness. Also, consider the role of genetics and behavior on body weight and
shape.With these thoughts in mind:Select one of the Discussion Questions.By Day 4,
post three factors that influence the perception of body image and explain the reasons why.
Then explain two ways body image might impact personal health and wellness.ORBy Day 4,
post your position on whether weight and body shape is more of a factor of genetics or
behavior. Support your position with references from this week’s Learning
Resources._______________________________________________________________________ASSIGNMENT DUE
SUNDAYApplication: Weight Management and Personal FitnessManaging a healthy weight
and maintaining a healthy fitness level takes effort and commitment. Personal fitness is the
combination of eating healthfully, exercising, and adopting behaviors that lead to improved
personal health and wellness. For this Application Assignment, consider your level of
personal fitness and any real or perceived barriers that may prevent you from achieving

2. your optimal fitness goals.To prepare for this Application Assignment: Review Chapter 11 in
Health: The Basics, 10th Edition. Think about the necessity of personal fitness in disease
prevention and overall health and wellness. Complete the following Personal Health
Assessments in Health: The basics, 10th edition: Chapter 9, “How Healthy Are Your Eating
Habits?”Chapter 10, “Are Your Efforts To Be Thin Sensible—Or Spinning Out Of
Control?” Chapter 11, “How Physically Fit Are You?”Application Assignment (2–3
pages): Summarize any insights you gained as a result of taking this assessments.Explain
two benefits of physical fitness as a vital means of disease prevention and explain why they
are beneficial. Describe two ways in which you might increase your personal
fitness.Describe two barriers that might inhibit your physical fitness and describe one
strategy you might use to overcome one of those barriers.Support your work with specific
citations from this week’s Learning Resources and additional scholarly sources as
appropriate. Refer to the Essential Guide to APA Style for Walden Students to ensure
that your in-text citations and reference list are correct. Submit your Application
Assignment by Day 7___________________________________