Active for Life

The overwhelming majority of people playing just about any sport fall into the Active for Life stage. Having built a solid foundation in the first three stages of the framework, they progress to playing the sport or sports of their choice for enjoyment, satisfaction or for the health benefits they obtain. Some compete in organized sport, while others do not.

Athlete / Athlete Development / Active for Life

Competitive for Life is the phase of Active for Life for those who compete within the formal structure of their sport. This could be at the U-14 or U-17 level in a house league, all the way to World Masters Competition. It differs from Fit forLife because competitive athletes are striving to improve and to win, and they train accordingly.

Fit for Life is the phase for those who participate simply because they get satisfaction from sport or physical activity. They may, from time to time, compete at a recreational level, but that is not their primary purpose. Fit for Life also describes those who engage in non-sporting physical activity.