ELIPSE, HANCHEY B.

Physical Education 1
Political Science 102 – 09063 Assignment
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Physical Fitness
What is physical fitness?
Physical fitness refers to a set of attributes which enable an individual to be physically
active.  Being physically fit enables you to more easily, meet the physical demands of everyday
living and respond positively to increased physical demands under stressful conditions. The term
is often associated with health and well-being, since being physically fit is usually associated
with improved health such as heart and lung function (cardiovascular fitness). Another attribute
of physical fitness, muscular fitness (muscle strength, endurance and flexibility) contributes to
ease of movement when completing everyday tasks, and also protects your body from injury
when performing daily activities. Your physical build (body weight, body mass index, body
composition, and waist circumference) is also considered an attribute of physical fitness as the
components of your physical build can positively or negatively affect your physical fitness and
health.
This definition of physical fitness is often referred to as "health-related" physical fitness:
physical fitness that most people can attain and maintain throughout life by being physically
active.
https://www.ahealthyphilosophy.com/article/defining-fitness

Components of Physical Fitness

1. Body Composition - Is the ratios of muscle, fat, and bone. It is usually measured as a
percentage of fat. Buoyancy is the standard that all body composition measurement
techniques are judged by. Different types of measurements are electric impedance, skin
fold.
2. Flexibility - The ability to bend. It can be measured in the range of motion of different
joints.
3. Cardiovascular Endurance - How much oxygen the heart and lungs can deliver to the
body while moving for an extended length of time.
4. Muscular Endurance - The length of time a muscle can move a weight for a period of
time.
5. Muscular Strength - How much weight a muscle can move.
6. Speed - How fast a distance can be traveled in, whether it is the whole body or just a part
of the body like the foot for example.
 7. Power - Is the strength and speed combined, as in a punch, a fist has no power with no
speed.
8. Reaction Time - Amount of time to initiate an action.
9. Agility - Ability to move under control.
10. Coordination - Ability to synchronize movement of different body parts.
11. Static Balance - Ability to balance while not in motion.
12. Dynamic Balance - Ability to balance while in motion.
13. Fun - Ability to make the brain happy while improving fitness. 

Why is it Important to Be Physically Fit?

People who are physically fit are also healthier, are able to maintain their most optimum
weight, and are also not prone to cardiac and other health problems. In order to maintain a
relaxed state of mind, a person should be physically active. A person who is fit both physically
and mentally is strong enough to face the ups and downs of life and is not affected by drastic
changes if they take place.

How Can You Become More Physically Fit?

Becoming physically fit requires a change in life style as well. You will have to
incorporate a regular exercise routine in your life and also eat healthier. By avoiding junk foods,
fizzy drinks, bad habits like smoking and alcohol and by getting adequate amount of rest, you
will be able to become physically and mentally fit. Just by eliminating all these food substances
from your life, no matter how temporarily, you will allow your body to detox and become
stronger. Make sure that you spend more time outdoors in the sun, and fresh air and take part in
more healthy activities. Fishing, bicycling, swimming, hiking, and even playing with your kids
should be a part of your physically fit lifestyle.

What Are the Advantages of Being More Active?

By becoming more active you can increase your body’s fitness levels and also avoid
health problems like diabetes and high blood pressure from developing. Exercise is also good for
your joints and makes your body stronger overall.
https://www.healthstatus.com/health_blog/wellness/the-importance-of-physical-fitness/