Prevention of illness:Fitness

Subhanjan Das

Mr. Chopin is 36 years old.He is 407 lbsHe is unable to perform simple

daily activities like stair climbing, running a little to catch a bus or even squatting on the floor.

He feels miserably depressedHe is also suffering from

hypertension and diabetes

Eric is also 36.However, he is in great shape.He feels energetic, very

positive about life.He is able to perform everyday

activities, plus he engages in gym and sports.

He lives a healthy life

Mr. Chopin and Eric: same age, similar height and background, yet their approach towards life is completely different.

- Why?Because Eric is fit & Mr.

Chopin is not.That’s the power of

fitness

Now a little surpriseMeet Eric Chopin.He has undergone

a weight reduction regime, lost more than 200 pounds and gained a new life.

That’s the real power of fitness

FitnessPhysical fitness is considered a

measure of the body’s ability to function efficiently and effectively in work and leisure activities, to be healthy, to resist hypokinetic diseases, and to meet emergency situations.

There are 2 different kinds of fitness

General Fitness

Specific fitness is required to take part in sport at a high level. For example, a cyclist and runner will need exceptional levels of stamina.

Physical FitnessPhysical Fitness

General fitness is also known as Health Related Fitness because it relates to the type of fitness required to cope with everyday living. For example, some strength will be needed to work in the garden or clean the house.

Specific Fitness

The main components of general physical fitness are often referred to asthe Four S’s.

Suppleness Strength Stamina Speed

The Components of General Physical FitnessThe Components of General Physical Fitness

Stamina

Strength

Suppleness

Physical fitness is a blend of a number of physical qualities, which we all need to a greater or lesser extent. To exist on a daily basis we all need a minimum level of fitness to carry out the various tasks of each day. During an average day, a person may need the following…

Minimum Levels of Physical FitnessMinimum Levels of Physical Fitness

Speed

The ability to keep going throughout the day, e.g. delivering post.

The ability to reach in all directions and help prevent injury, e.g. to get a plate from a high cupboard.

The ability to lift, carry, pull and push objects, e.g. to carry heavy shopping.

The ability to move the body or a limb fast, e.g. to catch a falling cup.

Components of specific/ skill related fitness

BALANCE COORDINATION REACTION TIME. AGILITY

AGILITY

THE ABILITY TO CHANGE DIRECTIONS OF THE BODY QUICKLY AND ACCURATELY

BALANCE

BALANCE IS THE BODY’S ABILITY TO MAINTAIN EQUILIBRIUM (STABILITY) WHILE STATIONARY OR WHILE MOVING.

CO-ORDINATION

CO-ORDINATION IS THE BODY’S ABILITY TO SENSE WITH THE BODY PARTS AND EYES TO COORDINATE AND PERFORM MOTOR TASKS SMOOTHLY AND ACCURATELY

REACTION TIME

THE TIME ELAPSED BETWEEN STIMULATION AND THE BEGINNING OF REACTION TO THAT STIMULATION IS REACTION TIME.

What are the benefits of fitness?

•Improves heart function and breathing

What are the benefits of fitness?• Makes muscles and bones stronger

What are the benefits of fitness?

• Lowers the risk of getting some cancers, heart disease, osteoporosis, and type 2 diabetes.

What are the benefits of fitness?

• Lowers cholesterol• Helps keep blood pressure under control

What are the benefits of fitness?• Helps control weight• Relieves stress and lowers risk of depression and anxiety• Improves energy levels

Eric Chopin: 2006 winner of “The Biggest Loser”