Communications and Media

The pursuit of fitness is perhaps one of the most primary goals of all humans.   Living a life when one is physically, emotionally and spiritually fit is an essential right everyone wants to achieve, regardless of sex, race, and religion.   After all, a fit and healthy body helps a happy state of mind, which in turn affects how an individual thinks, feels and acts. In short, fitness does not only bode well in physical health but also in productivity and attitude.

Think about it, after taking a brisk walk or breaking a sweat from engaging in a physical activity, yes even physical intimacy counts, the individual feels more invigorated rather than exhausted. And the idea that staying fit is only for the young is no longer valid since various researches indicate that everyone can reap the benefits of being fit.  A fit and healthy body is as good as preventive medicine.

More energy and lowered health risks top the list of why everyone should strive to be fit physically, mentally and spiritually.

Everyone knows that adopting a regular and sensible exercise program, in short, engaging in physical fitness, reduces risks of certain chronic diseases in middle age. The New York Times bestseller You on a Diet The Owners Manual for Waist Management pegged by   Dr. Michael Roizen and Dr. Mehmet Oz, otherwise known Oprahs personal doctor, explain the benefits of a fit body. Fitness increases ones longevity. Fitness, the doctors argue, can be attained through engaging in physical activity such as exercise. Exercises do not only help lose that extra weight but also helps the blood vessels open, decreasing the chances of serious diseases like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, memory problems, diabetes, and heart attacks (Roizen and Oz 2006).   Being physically fit can also benefit the bones and prevent one major silent killer  osteoporosis (Hausman and  Hurleyb 1989). Being fit strengthens the body, gives one cardiovascular and muscular stamina and even flexibility. Being fit makes one feel and look better (Anderson and Deskins 1995).

A physically fit body may also provide respite from worries.  There have been studies demonstrating the effect of exercise and being physically fit to ones mental health. It seems that a physically fit individual is uplifted and energized (Diamond and Diamond 1987).  A physically fit individual lives in the moment, except of being trapped in a Past-Present-Future whirlwind.  Being fit and engaging in physical activity offers individuals the opportunity to take time out from daily worries. As aforementioned, being physically fit can lift ones mood, which can help in dealing with negative emotions. Physically fit people are less likely to experience stress.

Fitness is in itself is not some sort of panacea. It is not a remedy against diseases but it helps the body become more strong to avoid and deal with such diseases. It keeps the blood vessels open, improving the metabolic risk profiles in acquiring diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and heart attack.  It can help improve the strength of ones mental health- allowing the person to feel recharged, happy and content. Fitness enables the individual to become more adaptable and have a purpose, live in the moment and enjoy life.  It is the best preventive medicine everyone should avail of.