Body: Physical Identity 

Physical Identity is your personal perspective of how you value your body.

Your body is essentially your health and the internal and external structure of your being. Physical Identity is your personal perspective of how you value your body. This identity element encompasses your personal abilities, sexuality in the broadest sense, and how you relate to the perceptions of others about your body.

Physical abilities and desires vary from person to person just as your shape and appearance varies. Every body functions differently and we all have a unique perspective of what is "healthy". These self-perceptions and the struggles that can develop with them represent your physical identity. Over time you can influence your health, reshape your body, and develop new physical talents. How you value the health, shape, desires and physical talents of your body is what forms your Physical Identity.

In focusing on your Physical Identity, you will explore your own body from head to toe and establish your own sense of value for your health, shape, desires and abilities.

Links:

The President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports

Fitness Online

Wellness

American Heart Association