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fit·ness (ftns)

n.

1. The state or condition of being physically sound and healthy, especially as the result of exercise and proper nutrition.

2. A state of general mental and physical well-being.

3. The state of being suitably adapted to an environment.

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fitness,

a measure of the ability of a person to perform certain tasks. See also physical fitness.

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fitness

good health; equine and canine sports medicine devote much enthusiasm to the measurement of fitness, the ability to perform work, or physical activity, well. Besides actual tests of performance there are biochemical, hematological and electrocardiographic tests which can be of assistance. Radiographic examination of skeletal features has special application to racing animals. Includes fitness for performing, racing or for draft work.

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fitness prediction

the art of predicting whether a horse will win a particular race; a combination of knowing the horse's racing form, fitness, owner and trainer intentions, jockey competence, suitability of the track.

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fitness

Health The ability or capacity to perform a particular task. See Aerobic fitness, Cardioivascular fitness, Physical fitness.

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Patient discussion about fitness.

Q. I mean what this fitness is all about….. I know nutritious diet is important for good health but why is the need for fitness …..I mean what this fitness is all about…..

A. Fitness can help you live longer and has been proven to help the body, muscles, bones not age as much as if you were inactive...

Q. What does the concept of fitness stands for?

A. Dagmar said it well.

Q. what does fitness include?

A. The term 'fitness' refers to general fitness (a state of health and well-being) and specific fitness (the ability to perform specific aspects of sports or occupations).Physical fitness is the functioning of the heart, blood vessels, lungs, and muscles to function at optimum efficiency, therefore, it is now defined as the body’s ability to function efficiently.