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Chapter 2:

PeoplesHealth Conditions

Nowadays Synopsis

Based from the statements of experts, fitness reflects on one’s muscular strength, body composition, and cardio-respiratory endurance.

Some contributors of one’s physical wellbeing may include bodyweight management, avoiding unhealthy foods, and proper nutrition. Unfortunately, there is an alarming rate of increasing health risks, which also cause the overall fitness of a person to fail.

There are various factors that reduce the fitness of a person. These factors are as follows:

These Days

Influence

Fitness is said to be influenced by your own actions. Every person has the power to change the level of his or her overall fitness condition through the implementation of changes and by living a healthy and happy lifestyle. Many people will differ when it comes to their fitness level as it depends on the genetics and commitment of each person. Physical activities can help you in various ways and one of these ways is that this can help you avoid certain diseases, obesity, and other health conditions.

Change Your Routine

When working out, it is always essential to make some changes in your routine. One’s body needs to keep guessing. This is because if your body is used to your daily routine, this will just result to some issues that may affect your fitness. Take note, altering your daily routine can be the key to your success. For example, if you are doing weight lifting repetitively, it will become much easier for your body to do it. However, if you will add a little twist on your daily exercises, you will surely empower your fitness.

If you are doing exercises for enhancing your cardio, don’t just stick on one kind of cardio exercises. Alternate them every week and try other exercises that can contribute on your cardio workout. With this strategy, you won’t just be able to increase your fitness, but also your cardio will also boost.

Nutrition

Some people don’t realize that eating healthy foods can make a huge difference in increasing the level of your fitness. Whether you aspire to be a runner or you just want to lose weight, picking the right and healthy foods will assist you when making changes on your health. If you are aiming to lose weight, the best way to achieve your goals is by controlling your eating habits. Adding vegetables, grains, and more fruits is best for you. Considering smaller meals will also provide you results in the long run.

If you are having training for racing, the right way to fuel up your body is imperative. You have to get the best amount of carbohydrates and protein for maximum results. Fueling up your body with these minerals will give you more stamina for your race day.

Water

According to a particular health organization, one’s body weight is made of sixty percent water. Since the body of a person depends on water, you need to drink enough amount of water to maintain the level of your body fluid even if you have done various activities. Drinking enough amount of water can also help you avoid dehydration, which may cause you to feel tired as you don’t have much energy to consume. Water can help you eliminate toxins in your body and transports nutrients to each of your body cells.

Stress

Stress has a lot of effects in one’s body. It may cause pains and aches that come from the tense muscles. Stress can also affect your skin. Men may suffer from various sexual problems while women may experience painful menstrual cycle. Heart disease and high blood pressure may also stem from stress. If you are experiencing too much stress, you might not achieve all your goals in fitness.

Alcohol and Drugs

The use of different recreational drugs can cause damage to one’s brain cells. You have to take note that the body of each person loses its resistance to several diseases and may cause coordination issues. Alcohol, on the other hand, can cause damage to one’s heart, liver, and pancreas. This can also cause increase in health risks and high blood pressure. Both can also affect the mood, memory, and body coordination.