Essay Physical Health
PHYSICAL HEALTH AND THE BENEFITS OF BEING PHYSICALLY HEALTHY
Katerina Pouliasis
HHGSM1
Mrs. Marilyn Coert
April 3rd, 2013
Abstract Physical health is the general condition of a person in all aspects. It is also a level of functional and/or metabolic efficiency of an organism." Being physically healthy not only contributes to a satisfying and successful life but it also provides many benefits. Benefits such as health conditions and disease prevention, weight management, mood improvement, and adequate sleep (Hallal, Victoria, 2008). These benefits play an important role in contributing to an individual 's good health but maintaining physical health requires discipline, motivation, and willpower. This report will cover the basic components of physical health and the benefits of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. It will also explore factors that contribute to being physically healthy such as nutrition and exercise.
The Importance of Physical Health Physical health is essential for both the mental and physical health aspects and it is extremely important because it provides many health benefits for the body. People who are physically active live longer, healthier and more productive lives, and are more likely to avoid illness and injury. However, physical activity not only improves and maintains your general health, but it also plays a large role in improving an individual 's state of well-being. Therefore, the importance of physical health is significant.
Factors that Contribute to Being Physically Healthy Your physical health relies on a number of factors, including your genetics, but the two most important factors that effect your physical health are proper nutrition and exercise. The nutrients you consume and the activities you participate in, significantly contribute to your physical health and well-being. Proper nutrition and exercise work together to maintain and improve your general health because the muscles you engage
Katerina Pouliasis
HHGSM1
Mrs. Marilyn Coert
April 3rd, 2013
Abstract Physical health is the general condition of a person in all aspects. It is also a level of functional and/or metabolic efficiency of an organism." Being physically healthy not only contributes to a satisfying and successful life but it also provides many benefits. Benefits such as health conditions and disease prevention, weight management, mood improvement, and adequate sleep (Hallal, Victoria, 2008). These benefits play an important role in contributing to an individual 's good health but maintaining physical health requires discipline, motivation, and willpower. This report will cover the basic components of physical health and the benefits of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. It will also explore factors that contribute to being physically healthy such as nutrition and exercise.
The Importance of Physical Health Physical health is essential for both the mental and physical health aspects and it is extremely important because it provides many health benefits for the body. People who are physically active live longer, healthier and more productive lives, and are more likely to avoid illness and injury. However, physical activity not only improves and maintains your general health, but it also plays a large role in improving an individual 's state of well-being. Therefore, the importance of physical health is significant.
Factors that Contribute to Being Physically Healthy Your physical health relies on a number of factors, including your genetics, but the two most important factors that effect your physical health are proper nutrition and exercise. The nutrients you consume and the activities you participate in, significantly contribute to your physical health and well-being. Proper nutrition and exercise work together to maintain and improve your general health because the muscles you engage
References: Pedro C. Hallal, Cesar G. Victora, Mario R. Azevedo and Jonathan C.K. Wells (2008). Physical Activity and Health. Weir, K. (2011, December). The Exercise Effect. Retrieved from http://www.apa.org/monitor/2011/12/exercise.aspx