Fitness is not only about pushing yourself; it is also about being in touch with your body. Being in touch with your body, or having a strong mind-body connection, means that you understand that your emotions, feelings, and thoughts are linked to how you feel and perform physically. It also means that, when you exercise, you bring your intellectual focus to your body, rather than letting your mind wander. This enables you to have a better workout and to achieve more meaningful and useful results.