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Fitness, Wellness and Lifestyle
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Wellness
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INTRODUCTION n terms of their popularity. To obtain excellent
results in terms of performance, it 1s therefore
‘The advancement of technology has led to better mandatory for every nation that their players are
lifestyle and reasonably improved health standard physically and mentally fit; they lead a healthy
in many countries across the globe. Related to this and active lifestyle.
is the worldwide tendency to continuously move
sbjective of excelling in n
eerie cuimur, authorise of aiferen, MEANING AND IMPORTANCE DEEN
FITNESS, WELLNESS AND LIFESTYLE
countries train and bring up the best of their
athletes, to represent them in a number of sports
mega-eyents and national/international sporting tr
competitions.
Physical fitness is the capacity of an individual to’
For the sportspersons, the main objective is to perform a given task or to carry out daily routine
win maximum possible medals for their country, work without fatigue. Moreover, to participate in
in international-level competitions. As we know, sports activities and show their skills, resources
sports and games have now attained world-class that a person has within his or her access should
standards showing a continuously upward trend be enough to meet any emergency. It can be saidfitness may be health related
d fitness. Physical fitness and
developed in early years provide a
for life time. Since activity is the basis
fitness, human body cannot remain in
‘normal condition without being active. Therefore,
optimum physical fitness level is not possible
‘without regular exercise. Various scholars in the
field have defined physical fitness as:
ty ofa person todo daily routine work without fatigue;
9 participate in playful activities and still reserve enough
Jmeet any emergency.” —Webster’s Encyclopaedia
fl adaptation tothe stresses of one's Ifetye.”. —Kroles
‘human body's ablity to move with desired speed, bolonce,
cand strength gained through proper exercise and nutrition.”
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fre cacty to meet the present ond potenti!
‘physicalchalengesofife with success.” —Dr. Dovid R Lamb
al fitness iso state of well-being with low sk of premature
ealth problems and energy to participate in a variety of physical
‘cttes.” __=Hawley and Frank |
Importance of Physical Fitness
‘Health is Wealth’ is an age-old
most of us have heard. However, only a few
of us have actually realised the importance of
physical fitness, and made it part of our lifestyle
Good health does not merely mean the absence
of disease or infirmity, but it signifies a state of
complete mental, physical, and social well-being
ofa person.
ing which
Good physical health is the key to success
in one’s life. Without it, no one can achieve
his/her objective or become a productive member
‘of society. A healthy and stress-free life is only
possible through physical fitness.
Physical fitness is necessary for everybody.
Schools need to consistently educate their students
jing the importance of physical fitness.
students should also be encouraged to
physical activity into their daily routine
hey may become productive members of,
Some important bene
are as follows: i
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Overall Health. Being fit over}
personality of an individual. Tt
individual to perform physical
without fatigue. Being physically ft
ensures mental fitness and freedom fro
stress. ee
Boosts Energy Level and Confidence.
Being fit makes you active, spirited and
energetic all the time. It helps to make you
more competent and prompt in your work.
This gets reflected in your confidence level
which gets boosted due to fitness.
Weight Reduction, This is the main
advantage of being fit. Working out regularly
is one of the natural methods to get rid of fat.
This in turn supports a healthy lifestyle.
Strong Build. Being fit with regular
workouts ensures that bones and muscles are
strong and joints are developed.
Figure 1 Exercise for a minimum of 30 minutes a day)
to improve muscular strength and flexibility:
person physically as well as mentally
Proper exercise and balanced diet
positive effect on the functioning
It increases the flow of blood to bi
enhances the memory of a
also keeps one mentally.Eat a variety of healthy f
control the portions of your meal. _
Maintain a regular sleep schedule
Jeast 8 hours of sleep every night.
Importance of Wellness
Wellness is much more than merely ph
health, exercise or nutrition. It is an int
eight dimensions which include social, en
spiritual, environmental, occupational, finan
intellectual and physical wellness. Each of th
seven dimensions acts and interacts with others
and contributes to the quality of our life. a
Social Wellness. It is the ability to relate
to other people and connect with them. The”
ability to establish and maintain positive
tionships with family, friends and.
ributes to social wellness.
Emotional Wellness. It is the ability 0)
ope with the challenges that
n. The ability to acknowledge
of anger, fear, sadness |
ove, joy and happiness in
er contributes to emotional
etive and avoid disorders at an early ase.
“Importance for Teenagers. It’s good to
"observe that teens are extremely conscious of
their own health. At this time, he/she can feel
sudden changes in physical appearance. The
activity of hormones gets triggered causing
‘one’s weight to increase; and pimples and
acne to appear all over one’s face. Aerobic
exercises and yoga are essential to keep one’s 1.
; body fit. These exercises also make muscles
strong.
Meaning of Wellness
Wellness is the ability of an individual to lead
a balanced life. It relates to good health, active
physical life and positive mental abilities su
those required for a good social life.
balance, stress-free emotional life, and ideal
spiritual life. The following definitions may be
beneficial to understand the meaning of wellness.
3. Spiritual Wellness. It is the abilit¥)
ess is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well- ae a 7, na
D ace and harmony
‘and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity:
The World Health Organisation
FWeliness & @ conscious,