HOW IS PHYSICAL FITNESS BENEFICIAL?

Physical  fitness  refers to the ability of the body to indulge in physical activity. In other words, a body which is unable to indulge in physical activity for a specific time period is said to be physically unfit and the person is said to be unhealthy. It is important that the required level of physical  fitness  is maintained so that  the body is benefited in a positive manner. Physical  fitness  has many positive impacts on the health and body of a person.

If the required level of physical fitness  is maintained, it affects the mood of a person in a positive manner. When a person indulges in physical activity to stay fit, certain brain chemicals are stimulated that improves the mood of the person and leaves a person happy. Thus when one is physically fit, one is happier and more confident about oneself. Physical activity also boosts energy. Regular physical activity improves muscle strength and boosts endurance. Exercise and physical activity deliver oxygen and nutrients to tissues and help cardiovascular system work more efficiently and when heart and lungs work more efficiently, one has more energy to work. Regular physical activity can help one fall asleep faster and deepen the sleep.

Physical fitness also ensures that the body’s immune system gets improved. It ensures that the person does not easily catch diseases. When a person’s immune system is strong, one  is able to fight against a large number of diseases including the ones which are dangerous ones like cancer, diabetes and even stroke. Thus a person who indulges in regular physical activity is able to live a longer and healthier life. In addition, a person who is physically fit is able to control the levels of good cholesterol and fight against bad cholesterol and thus they have healthier hearts and can fight against stokes.