Physical Activity

Physical activity and exercise can benefit your health. What do these terms mean and how can these activities contribute to your health?

The World Health Organisation defines health as "a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity". But what does health mean to individuals? What does health mean to you?

Cardiovascular fitness refers to the ability of your respiratory system to deliver oxygen to your muscles, and for your muscles to utilize oxygen for sustained physical activity. Why is it important for health?

Cardiovascular fitness is related to many health benefits and there are many ways of improving and maintaining your cardiovascular health.

Physical fitness is associated with many health benefits, but what is fitness? How fit should you be? How do you get fit and stay fit?