Health is defined as the general condition of something in terms of soundness, vitality and proper functioning.

Fit is defined as to be suitable or adapted to.  To be the proper size for something.

By looking at both definitions it is possible to see that there is a big difference in terms of being healthy and being fit.  Many people have used the terms interchangeably and incorrectly.  Of course, it does not mean that one does not have an effect on the other, but on their own accord being fit does not mean one is healthy, or vice versa.

People live acitve lifestyles in order to be fit because it effects their overall health, but how many people do we know of or hear about in the news that are very active but still end up having a life threatening condition or illness.  On the other hand, we hear stories or know people who abuse their bodies but still live a long life without any major complications.   It is not to say we chould just give up and be extreme and not care for ourselves.  Instead, we should better our chances at survival, and living a healthy, vibrant life by doing all we can to ensure that we will be able to do so.

Being fit involves being active and living a lifestyle that reflects just that.  Playing sports, going to the gym, walking, swimming, dancing, are all activities which provides our bodies information to keep a level of fitness.  To be well rounded and truly be healthy, one must improve the level of functioning within their own bodies.  That starts with a properly functioning nervous system, free of any intereference between the brain and body.  It also involves providing the proer nutrients so your body has the essential ingredients to function properly.  And lastly, we must remove the stressors that are having a negative impact on our lives.  Those stressors may be either, chemical, physical, mental and/or emotional. 

Life can be lived with happiness, health and vitality, but you must want to choose to do so.

Live well.