Fitness is typically defined as a ‘measure of physical qualities that create the potential for performance’; some of which include joint mobility, range of motion, extended range of motion, resting heart rate, aerobic capacity, whilst conditioning is described as the physical and mental capacity and ability to use the aforementioned qualities.
Whilst many gymgoers, athletes and hobbyists may have a high level of fitness, it is entirely possible for them to also have a poor level of conditioning – impeding heavily on their potential to perform.
Conditioning is hugely important to the successful competition of any physical activity – helping athletes push through the toughest of high-intensity workouts, and assisting gymgoers in their everyday lives and tasks; significantly decreasing the risk of chronic health issues or injury.