Intervention by Dan John, (05) Is this a health or fitness goal?, Notes

Post date: Jan 3, 2016 4:35:04 PM

Dan John - On Target Publishing

Chapter 5 - Is this a health or fitness goal? The issues are separate but often impact each other down the line. Do not sacrifice health for fitness. In every decision, know the compromises we are making and why. We should also keep an eye on longevity. Confusing health and fitness goals leads to ludicrous decisions: Health is the optimal interplay of the organs and can always get a little better. Health is mostly something we take for granted until we don’t have it. Health is measured by blood tests, longevity and lack of bad health. For health:

• • • • • • • 1. floss your teeth

              2. wear seatbelts and helmets

              3. drink water

              4. take fish oil

              5. eat colorful vegetables

              6. find a life partner who wants to be physically active

              7. sleep - optimize rest and recovery

              8. discover a spiritual life

Fitness is the ability to do a task. To be fit: lift appropriately and play your sport. Remember that smooth goes far and that fit goes far.

10 rules for Better Health

• • • 1. Don’t smoke.

      2. Wear seat-belt and helmet.

      3. Learn to fall...and get back up.

      4. Eat more protein.

      5. Eat more colorful vegetables.

      6. Drink more water.

      7. Take fish oil capsules.

      8. Floss your teeth.

      9. Keep your joints healthy.

• • 1. Build some muscle.