What is Fitness?

For many, fitness is a word that instantly creates a feeling of “No thanks, too hard, I don’t look like those gym people, etc.” It’s sometimes as simple as this that people don’t actually regularly exercise.

After a while, if health problems begin, then the thought of being ‘fit’ just becomes a thought it’ll never happen.

The interesting thing is that when we are actively involved in fitness, or any exercise including sport, all you really want for those people is to understand that fitness is literally different for everyone.

For me, fitness has always been about challenging myself, and ensuring I have a sharp mind, and have the ability to do a diverse range of physical tasks like mountain biking, gardening, or any rigorous work.

Fitness has also evolved over the years to really include the many mental health benefits and not just the physical. It’s always been known to us ‘fitness type people’ as we regularly have the endorphin rush from exercise, as many of us embark on some kind of physical activity every day.

In summary, I want to set the notion that:

*Fitness is different for everyone

*Fitness isn’t just about the physical

*Most people that you see that take their physical health seriously, also want you to take care of their physical and mental state too.

Group fitness can be heaps of fun as you end up exercising together, similar to playing a sport.

So, if you aren’t familiar with exercising, but you’d like to give it a go, visit practically any fitness facility and try a group class.

I’m sure you’ll love it, and your physical and mental health will thank you both in the short term and long term.

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