a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity

the ability to meet/cope with the demands of the environment

all body systems working well, free from illness and injury and ability to carry out everyday tasks

can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community

basic human needs are being met (food, shelter and clothing) and the individual has friendship and support, some value in society, is socially active and has little stress in social circumstances

Health, fitness and components of fitness

Physical education

This unit will explore the relationship between health, fitness, exercise and performance before unpacking the different components of fitness. This understanding will include key definitions, how to test and train each but also which components are most important for different sports.

Physical training: health and fitness

Fiona is free from disease, injury and illness. Which type of health does this affect?

Having good health allows someone to be able to take part in {{}} and physical activity to improve their fitness.

Having ill health means someone is less likely to be able to exercise, so their fitness levels will be ...

... therefore, their health improves even more ...

... allowing them to be more capable to do more exercise.

Order the words to make the sentence correct.

Ciara has a mental health illness but still manages to train. What will happen to her fitness?

Losing weight is an example of a physical {{}} of doing exercise.

What can 'mental health' also be referred to as?

What are the three aspects that make up general health?

Someone who has ill health is likely to suffer from ...

a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being

all body systems working well, free from illness and injury 

can cope with the normal stresses of life

the individual has friendship, support and some value in society

Match the keyword to the correct definition

Starter Quiz