Question

What do you understand by health?

Answer 1

Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. It is a positive concept that emphasises social and personal resources as well as physical capacities.

Key aspects of health:

1. Physical health: Proper functioning of body systems; achieved through moderate/vigorous physical activities, balanced diet and proper recovery.
2. Mental health: Emotional balance and ability to cope with stress; regular fitness activity reduces the risk of depression.
3. Social health: Ability to interact with others and perform roles effectively; physical fitness helps an individual perform better in sports, job and day-to-day routine work.
4. Fitness–health link: Physical fitness is related to 'well-being' and 'wholesome development' of an individual. It reduces the risk of heart diseases, diabetes, hypertension and depression.