fitness

fitness definition - medical

fit·ness (fĭtˈnĭs)

noun
  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.

The American Heritage® Medical Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

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