Condition Spotlight
What does it mean to be fit? Finding a discrete definition is somewhat difficult. According to the dictionary, fitness means: “the quality or state of being fit.” (The definition of “fit” is: “sound physically and mentally.”) If you find those words somewhat vague, you’re not alone.
And that’s sort of the point, according to exercise experts. Fitness doesn’t have to mean that you’re an ultra-marathoner or that you can perform one pull-up or one hundred. Fitness can mean different things for different people.
But one thing is certain there is a relationship between fitness and healthy!
It has taken me years to become an avid exerciser. I remember all the fits and starts of new work-out routines, the numerous attempts that went nowhere, and the gym memberships that were wasted because Read More
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Many of us are looking to live a healthier life. One of the most important health tips is eating entire (whole) foods that are healthy and nourishing (1). Foods that give your cells what they Read More
Stretching before exercise is incredibly common. Why? Because research shows that stretching prior to exercise, including weight lifting, helps boost circulation, strengthens muscle tone, and improves elasticity of the muscle. Many experts recommend stretching both Read More
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Exercise is essential to keep the body fit and healthy, it is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. There are also exercises used in physical therapy that aim to help patients strengthen their weakened Read More
Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. Being physically active can improve your brain health, help manage weight, reduce the risk of disease, strengthen bones and muscles, and improve your Read More
Fitness may be crucial throughout your life, but once you hit 50, it takes on a whole new importance. One recently study carried out at the University of Birmingham found that older adults who are aerobically fit Read More
Fitness is the condition of being physically fit and healthy and involves attributes that include, but are not limited to mental acuity, cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, body composition, and flexibility.
Every week seems to bring the latest health fad, the must-try diet, and the gizmo that promises to shed inches off your waistline. There’s no denying that leading a healthy lifestyle is beneficial for many reasons, but it can often be hard to ensure the plan or diet you’re following is one that truly has your best interests at heart.
Starting a fitness program may be one of the best things you can do for your health. After all, physical activity can reduce your risk of chronic disease, improve your balance and coordination, help you lose weight, and even boost your self-esteem. And you can reap these benefits regardless of your age, sex or physical ability.