J.F. Kennedy has rightly said, Physical fitness is not only one of the most
important keys to a healthy body, it is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual
activity. This statement clearly shows us the importance of physical fitness. But
what is physical fitness? Well, it is a state or condition in which both your body
and your mind are healthy and physically sound (by taking in proper nutrition and
maintaining a good workout schedule). It is not necessary for a person who is
physically fit to have a lean body, that can be achieved by maximum calories
burned. Rather, one should have strong body endurance, along with good muscle
strength and cardiovascular fitness. It is also important to remember that a
physically fit body is generally accompanied by a happy and satisfied state of
mind.
Todays world is very competitive and nobody can escape hectic schedule of life.
Earlier, peoples lifespan used to be longer than present lifespan. Because earlier
people lived in different lifestyle and different working style. But todays people
are working under stressful condition and as a result, they are suffering from many
diseases. Physical fitness is very essential for good health to live and lead a happy
life. To achieve physical fitness we need to have minimal diet habits, regular
exercise and good sleep. These three basic things are very essential in every
individuals life. Physical inactivity is one of the leading causes of death in both
developing and developed countries, responsible for an estimated 22-23% of
CHID, 16-17% of colon cancer, 15% of diabetes, 12-13% of strokes and 11% of
breast cancer. Physical activity is associated with a decreased risk of coronary heart
disease (CHD).
A survey has found that urban people are more prone to health problems than rural
people. Women are facing many more health problems than men do. As you start
ageing, you will lose 20 percent of your bodys water content, 60 percent of your
ability to taste, 35 percent of your ability to pump blood from the heart, about 3
inches in height. Therefore, we need to know the importance of physical fitness.