Health,fitness and well-being: Benefits of physcial activity

Health=

A state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity

Physical health and well being=

All body systems are working well and are free from illness or injury.

Also means the ability to carry out everyday tasks

Mental health and well being=

A state of well-being in which every individual realises his/her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and is able to make a contribution to their community

Social health and well being=

Basic human needs are met (food,shelter,clothing)

The individual has friendship and support, some value in society, is socially active and has little stress in social circumstances

What does a healthy balanced lifestyle mean

• eating a healthy balanced diet

• taking regular exercise

• maintaining a healthy body weight

• not smoking and sensible alcohol consumption

Unhealthy lifestyle:

• poor diet

• Lack of exercise

• Overweight

• Smoking and too much alcohol

(Physical) fitness=

A persons capacity to carry out life’s activities without getting too tired

Well being=

Feeling positive - mental state of being contented, happy, prosperous and healthy

Participation improves physical health and well being

• exercise improved fitness, health and well being

• The body adapts to work more efficiently

• You feel better and enjoy activity more

• Risk of heart disease and diabetes reduced