What's the Difference Between Fitness and Working Out?What's the Difference Between Fitness and Working Out?
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First published: 9 February 2022 @ 6:00 am

Keeping your body in top shape and looking great is an important part of your life. It can help you feel better about yourself, and it can help you improve your physical and mental health.

One way to do this is to exercise regularly. Both fitness and working out can give you health benefits. But, what exactly is the difference between working out and fitness?

This article will answer this question, and explain the difference between the two.

Let’s start by defining each of these terms.

Fitness:

Well, fitness is simply the ability to do the things you need to do to stay healthy. It’s the ability to do all of the things that keep your body in top shape and ready for action. Fitness means doing whatever it takes to keep your body strong and healthy.

The combination of an individual’s overall physical fitness (including their overall health) and his or her ability to engage in physical activity.

For example, a person who works out every day and is physically fit may be considered a “fit” person because he or she engages in regular physical activity and has great body health.

What's the Difference Between Fitness and Working Out?
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However, a person who works out every day but is very unfit may not be considered a “fit” person even though he or she engages in regular physical activity (although he or she may have other problems that should be addressed).

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