Physical Fitness

Physical fitness is a state of health and well-being, the ability to perform aspects of sports, business, occupation and daily activities. Physical fitness is usually achieved through proper nutrition, moderate-vigorous physical exercise, and adequate rest.

Physical fitness has two related concepts-

1. General fitness (a state of health and well-being).

2. Specific fitness (work-oriented definition based on ability to perform specific aspects of sport or training).

Physical exercise is achieved through proper diet and adequate rest. It is an important part of life.

Physical fitness is comprised of the following:

Cardiovascular Fitness - This is the ability of your heart and lungs to deliver the oxygen your body needs for its daily tasks. This is the fitness component that is addressed by such aerobic activities as brisk walking, jogging, running, dancing and swimming.

Strength - This is the amount of physical power that a muscle or group of muscles can use against a weight or resistance. This is addressed by such activities as weight lifting and body weight training.

Endurance -This is the ability of a muscle or group of muscles to repeat movements or hold a position over a certain period of time. Long-distance running, cycling and swimming are activity that helps to develop endurance.

Flexibility - This refers to the body's range of movement. Yoga and gymnastics helps to promote this particular fitness component.

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