Physicians use the procedure to: 1  identify abnormalities, such as aneurysms, in the aorta, both in the chest and abdomen, or in other arteries. 2  detect atherosclerotic (plaque) disease in the carotid artery of the neck, which may limit blood flow to the brain and cause a stroke.
Physical fitness is a general state of health and well-being and, more specifically, the ability to perform aspects of sports, occupations and daily activities. Physical fitness is generally achieved through proper nutrition, moderate-vigorous physical exercise, and sufficient rest.
Definition of Health Related Fitness. The components of Health related fitness are a basis from which to measure our general wellbeing. It is the aim of exercise to improve our capabilities in each of these areas. Different sports will be more demanding in some, and less demanding in others, but athletes usually strive to achieve a reasonable level of health fitness in each area. There are five health related components of fitness.