Health-related fitness (HRF) refers to the ability of the body systems, like the heart and lungs, to work together efficiently to allow a person to be physically active and healthy. HRF includes cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance and strength, flexibility, and body composition. Developing HRF provides many benefits such as reducing the risk of diseases, improving bone and muscle health, and increasing energy levels and self-esteem.

1. HEALTH-
RELATED
FITNESS
(HRF)

2. What is fitness?
+Fitness – is defined as a condition in
which an individual has enough
energy to avoid fatigue and enjoy
life.

3. What is physical fitness?
+ Physical fitness involves the performance
of the heart and lungs, and the muscles of
the body.
+ It is divided into four health and six skill
related components.

4. Skill Related Fitness – enhances one’s
performance in athletic or sports event.
Health Related fitness – is the ability to
become and stay physically healthy.

13. It is the ability of the heart (Cardio) and circular system
(Vascular) to supply oxygen to muscles for an intended
period of time.

20. BENEFITS OF HEALTH-RELATED FITNESS
+ increase muscles tone and strength
+ decrease susceptibility to injuries and illness
+ improves bone mineral density
+ reduces risk osteoporosis
+ improves posture

21. + increase efficiency of the respiratory and circulatory
systems.
+ decrease risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke.
+ improves blood pressure
+ decrease risk of diabetes and some cancer
+ improve self-esteem and self-confidence
+ decrease body fat and improves metabolism
+ increase energy level and academic achievement