For those people who would like to improve their physical fitness, we can offer some useful suggestions. This advice is taken from the “Active For Life” program, which is the result of a joint project by Fitness Australia and Sports Dieticians Australia.
Achieving physical fitness
Physical activity is an integral component of all healthy lifestyles. Research tells us that active people live longer and enjoy life more. So how do some people find it easy to be active while others do not? The answer lies to a large degree in physical fitness.
Achieving physical fitness requires nothing more than balancing an appropriate exercise program with a sensible diet. And the rewards include:
- Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight
- Building and maintaining muscle strength
- Warding off conditions such as osteoarthritis and Type II diabetes
- Ensuring a healthy heart
- Increasing mental alertness and self-esteem
Being fitter also helps you participate in more of life’s pleasurable activities, whether it be:
- Keeping up with the physical pursuits of your friends or children
- Joining in more outdoor activities on the weekend
- Enjoying food and drink without guilt – and consequences!
It can also help you do your job better. Those who enjoy a healthy balanced lifestyle usually make the time to schedule fitness into their daily or weekly routine. To many people, regular exercise is as high a priority in their life as money or clothes.
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The content in this section was created by Fitness Australia. Fitness Australia is the National Voice of the Health and Fitness Industry in Australia and represents the owners and operators of nearly 400 health & fitness centres in Australia and over 12,000 registered fitness professionals. Its National Registration program, and supporting continuing education program, ensures there are uniform standards within the Health and Fitness industry across Australia.