Importance of Physical Fitness in Daily Life

Physical fitness is the ability to function efficiently and effectively without injury,

be healthy, resist diseases, and cope with emergencies. Physical fitness is a state of

physiologic well-being that is achieved through a combination of good diet, regular

physical exercise, and other practices that promote good health.

A physically fit individual is happier than an unhealthy one. Physical fitness

coupled with a healthy lifestyle is one of the vital factors contributing to a quality

life. When physical activity is combined with proper nutrition, it can help control

weight and prevent obesity, a major risk factor for many diseases. It improves our

cardiovascular health by increasing maximal cardiac output and stroke volume and

helps in the prevention of diabetes by improving glucose resistance.

Benefits of physical fitness

 Prevent the occurrence of diseases:

Physical fitness prevents the occurrence of a variety of diseases. It

develops a capacity to fight infections and certain other diseases.

 Reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases:

Heart diseases and stroke are two of the leading cause of death. Daily

physical activity can help prevent heart diseases and stroke by strengthening

the heart muscle, improving blood flow, and increasing the heart’s working

capacity.

 Reduce blood pressure:

Regular physical activity can reduce blood pressure in those persons

who suffer from high blood pressure levels.

 Improved energy level:

Regular physical exercise decreases blood triglycerides and increases

the energy levels of the body. It improves blood circulation and helps in

keeping all the body organs fit and functioning.

 Prevent back pain:

Regular exercise helps to prevent back pain by increasing muscle

strength and endurance and improving flexibility and posture.

 Reduce bone diseases:

Regular weight-bearing exercise promotes bone formation and may

prevent many forms of bone loss associated with aging and protect against

osteoporosis and arthritis.

 Improve your mental health and mood:

Physical fitness facilitates a sound psychological state, thus

preventing us from mental diseases. Exercise is likely to reduce depression

and anxiety and help you to better manage stress.

 Better digestion:

Physical activity is responsible for smoothening the process of

digestion, thus avoiding constipation and digestion-related disorders.

 Increase chances of living longer:

Physical activity can reduce your risk of dying early from the leading

causes of death, like heart disease and some cancers.

 Improve the quality of life:

Regular physical activity helps to improve one’s quality of life by all

means in day-to-day activities.

Mr. Vibin Das

Head, Department of Physical Education, Al Shifa College of Arts and Science

Kizhattoor, Perinthalmanna