Physical Fitness, Wellness and Lifestyle

Meaning and importance of physical fitness, wellness and lifestyle

Meaning of physical fitness

Different people have different points of view regarding physical fitness. For a common man to have a good physique is a symbol of physical fitness. For a doctor, the proper functioning of physiological systems is physical fitness. It is the capacity to do routine work without any fatigue or exertion and after doing his work he has power to do some more work and the recovery is quicker. Physical fitness is more than the possession of strength and endurance.

Meaning of wellness

There is no universally-accepted definition of wellness. The scientific meaning of wellness is the state of being healthy and free of diseases. "Wellness is defined as the optimal functioning of body and creative adapting to environment that involves the whole person". Wellness involved a healthy balance of mind, body and spirit which results in overall feeling of well-being."

Importance of physical fitness and wellness

Physical fitness and wellness play a key role in improving the mental capacity of an individual it tends to enhance the productivity and the quality at work . In fact,the complete efficiency of an individual is enhanced. As physical fitness and wellness programmes help us in improving the shape and size of our body. It keeps the individual beautiful and glowing. It is helpful in keeping healthy mind and  healthy body  which ultimately boost and enhances self confidence of an individual .

Meaning of lifestyle 

"Lifestyle is a manner of living that reflects the person's values and attitudes". It is the way a person leads his/her life. It includes the patterns of social relation, consumption,entertainment and dress. Lifestyle is expressed in activities ,attitudes,interests,opinions and values. It also reflects persons self image and self concept

Importance of healthy/positive lifestyle

  1. Increase in longevity
  2. Increase the level of energy 
  3. Helps in reducing depression
  4. Increases the level of physical fitness
  5. Improves postures 
  6. Increase self confidence
  7. Helps in coping with.stress
  8. Helps in preventing cardiovascular diseases

Components of physical fitness

  • Strength
Dynamic strength 
  1. Maximum strength
  2. Explosive strength 
  3. Strength endurance
Static strength
  • Speed
  • Endurance
  1. Short term endurance
  2. Long term.endurance
  • Flexibility
  1. Passive flexibility
  2. Active flexibility 
  • Coordinator abilities

Components of wellness

  1. Physical wellness 
  2. Social wellness
  3. Emotional wellness
  4. Spiritual wellness
  5. Nutritional wellness 
  6. Financial wellness
  7. Intellectual wellness
  8. Environment wellness

Preventing health threats through lifestyle change 

  1. Regular physical exercise 
  2. Healthy eating habits
  3. Maintaining a healthy weight
  4. Limit tv watching.
  5. Ouit for smoking .
  6. Sufficient sleep
  7. Prevention of injury
  8. Limiting the amount of alcohol

Components of positive lifestyle 

  1. Healthy diet
  2. Physical activity
  3. Stress management
  4. Socialization
  5. Personal hygiene
  6. Proper sleep
  7. Balance in life
  8. Safe environment.

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