When we talk about physical fitness we are refering to the 5 important factors of total fitness. The first is Cardiorespratory fitness. This is the bodies abilityto utilize oxygen. This function assists in energy production. The second is Muscular Strength. This is the bodies ability to enlist a group of muscles to perform a great amount of external resistance. The next is Flexbility. This is the ability of any joint in the body to perform a full range of motion. As we age our bodies become less flexible and that can hinder our quality of life. It is important to stretch each muscle group after a workout to get the full range of motion required to perform an action. This next component is where most people have a major problem. Body composition is the break down of body mass into two components. Lean Mass verse Fat Mass. This is how your body fat percentage is calculated. The more Lean Body Mass you carry the better your overall health. Diabetes is usually caused by obesity along with other ailments. The more lean body mass you carry the more calories you burn. Just 10 extra pounds of muscle which is a very small amount can burn up to an extra 500 calories while sitting on the couch.
The last part of total fitness is Muscular Endurance. This is the bodies ability to use a group of muscles in a repetitive basis in a sub maximal load.
When all these elements are at their peak of performance the humane body is in the healthest state for longevity. A superior athelete has all these componenets working like a well oiled machine to achieve peak performance and maximal health.
RECIPE OF THE DAY
Spanish Talapia
1 pound fresh talapia
2-garlic cloves
1 large tomato chopped
1 medium onion
1 sprig fresh cilantro
dash of oregano
dash of chili powder
2-table spoons olive oil
1/3 cup sangria or any red wine
Mix all ingredients
put fish in aluminuim foil poor ingredients over fish
Close foil
Throw on grill
cook about 4 min per side
makes 4-5 servings
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