Physical Wellness

Physical Wellness includes not only the condition of your body and the absence of disease but also your fitness level and ability to care for yourself. In order to begin developing your physical wellness it is important to make choices that will assist you in avoiding illness and injury. Creating healthy habits and making better choices on a consistent basis will assist individuals in making better choices throughout their lifetime. Being physically well and making choices based on your health and wellbeing will have a large influence on the length and quality of your life.

This dimension of wellness encourages you to spend more time each week building physical strength, flexibility and endurance. It also focuses on the importance of being “physically well” and scheduling and going to regular doctors’ appointments, and addressing any health issues as they arise. Another aspect addressed within this dimension of wellness is having knowledge of nutritional information and facts and choosing to consume healthy foods. It also encourages individuals to avoid any consumption of tobacco and drugs, or the excessive use of alcohol.
 

Sources: Fit and Well Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, By Fahey, Insel and Roth                                         http://www.definitionofwellness.com/index.html