Men’s Fitness

Fitness is the state of being healthy or well. Today, we most often hear the term in relation to physical fitness. While most men’s idea of being physically fit might be having a washboard stomach and bulging biceps, there is much more to consider in a true fitness assessment. Physical fitness includes flexibility, coordination, strength and endurance, among other things. Just because the defined abs and biceps disappear as a man ages doesn’t mean he is no longer physically fit. Furthermore, the definition of physical fitness will change according to a man’s age. What constitutes physically fit for a 20-year-old will not be the same for a 50-year-old. What is important when it comes to men’s fitness is that men understand what constitutes physical fitness for them, personally, and then adjust their lifestyle to meet it as best they can.

5 Things You Need to Know

  1. Men tend to smoke and drink more than women and seek medical advice less, which might be two reasons that their life expectancy is still lower than women’s.
  2. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, 70 percent of men aged 20 years or older are overweight.
  3. The top 10 health threats to men, of which heart disease is number one, are mostly preventable.
  4. Osteoporosis – the loss of tissue resulting in brittle, fragile bones – is a concern for men as well as women.
  5. Men tend to store extra weight around their abdomen, and excess belly fat has been linked to greater risk of heart disease.

3 Things You Need to Ask Your Doctor

  1. Do I have a healthy BMI? Body mass index (BMI) is a key indicator of obesity. Your doctor will not only be able to tell you what your BMI is but will also be able to classify it for you (optimal, underweight, overweight, obese) and provide suggestions on how to improve or maintain it.

  2. Can I partake in a regular fitness program? Your overall health will determine what and how much exercise you will be able to complete. Any reputable program or facility will suggest that you speak with your doctor before beginning an exercise regimen. Conversely, your doctor may be able to refer you to an appropriate program or facility for your particular needs and abilities.

  3. What are my fitness goals? You may have some idea of what you’d like to accomplish (e.g., lose 10 pounds, improve muscle mass), but you should always consult your doctor with regards to your fitness plan. He or she may identify areas that need work (e.g., flexibility, strength training) or limitations that will affect when, where and how you exercise.

    Also Known As: Men's health, men's workouts, male fitness, exercise for men, men's aerobics, men's weight loss

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