What is the definition of exercise?

• A. Physical activity which maintains or improves health or physical fitness.
• B. A state of complete mental, physical, and social wellbeing; not merely the absence of disease.
• C. An ongoing disease management program.
• D. Only activities performed in a gym.

Answer: (A)

Exercise is purposeful physical activity that is aimed at maintaining or improving health or physical fitness. It is usually planned and structured, with a specific goal such as increasing strength, endurance, or flexibility, and can be done in many settings, not just in a gym. The other options describe broader ideas (overall wellbeing), medical management, or limit activity to gyms, which do not define exercise itself.