Fitness

Physical fitness is a general state of health and well-being and, more specifically, the ability to perform aspects of sports, occupations and daily activities. Physical fitness is generally achieved through proper nutrition, moderate-vigorous physical exercise, and sufficient rest. Before the industrial revolution, fitness was defined as the capacity to carry out the day’s activities without undue fatigue. However, with automation and changes in lifestyles physical fitness is now considered a measure of the body's ability to function efficiently and effectively in work and leisure activities, to be healthy, to resist hypokinetic diseases, and to meet emergency situations. Training Specific or task-oriented fitness is a person's ability to perform in a specific activity with a reasonable efficiency: for example, sports or military service. Specific training prepares athletes to perform well in their sport. Examples are:  100 m sprint: in a sprint the athlete must be...

   Overview & Facts Your heart, your brain – your entire body – benefits from exercise. In this chapter, we’ll bust the exercise myths that hold you back and help you set goals. The Basics Exercise and Weight LossHow to start working out if you want to achieve specific weight loss goals. How Exercise Boosts Your MetabolismYour next workout could set you up with a speedier metabolism.Making Time for FitnessCreating your personal workout schedule.Your Guide to Getting StartedUse these simple how-tos to start your personalized fitness plan. Exercise Benefits Exercises for a Healthy HeartEven taking a brisk walk for 30 minutes a day can make a big difference when it comes to exercising your heart muscle. Regular Exercise for Mental HealthWorkout Plan That Improves PostureThe best way to improve your posture is to focus on exercises that strengthen your core -- the abdominal and low back muscles that connect to your spine and pelvis.Myths About Exerc...