Top 5 Ways Fitness Builds More Freedom

3. Build Ability to Defend Yourself

Self-defense is another important value of libertarianism. While there may be some libertarians who wouldn’t use force to defend themselves, virtually all libertarians support the use of force in defensive scenarios. And while the best way to defend yourself may be with a gun or another type of weapon, being fit can still help. If you need to run away from a threat, having strong legs and a strong cardiovascular system gives you a good chance of getting to safety. If you need to fight someone, having strong arms, shoulders, hips, and core will help you hit harder and absorb attacks more easily. This makes it easy to see how being fit can help you protect yourself and your property.