Physical Fitness Basics

the body uses more calories for everyday activities

Exercise is important because of its positive effects on all the body's systems. In addition, regular exercise reduces the risk factor of contracting many diseases.

Exercise is a subset of physical fitness.

The various components of wellness often influence one another. A good example is how poor body composition may affect your willingness to meet new people, thus negatively affecting your social health.

Wellness is related to our achievement in each of the components of health. To achieve true wellness, we should be doing our best in all six of these components. Like physical fitness, wellness is a dynamic concept; we must always work for our wellness.

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Physical activity is the movement of large muscle groups through daily activities. Exercise is a form of physical activity with the goal of improving physical fitness.

Physical fitness isn't something you achieve and forget about. Instead, it's a challenge we face each and every day. Your physical fitness is the sum of all the choices you make.

When you exercise outdoors, there is a more natural connection between you and the environment. You may also be motivated to change some things in the environment if you exercise in a polluted environment.

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Increased blood flow reduces nerve sensitivity.

being well in all components of health

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should be able to complete daily tasks without being physically taxed

good physical fitness, disease-free, adequate sleep, and healthy diet

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