5 Most Fit Countries in the World

In this article, we will look into the 5 most fit countries in the world. If you want to read our detailed analysis, you can go directly to the 20 Most Fit Countries in the World.

5. China

Life Expectancy (2021): 78.2 years

Overweight Population (2016): 32.3%

Underweight Population (2016): 5.3%

Total Unfit Population: 37.6%

China is ranked among the most fit countries in the world with a life expectancy of 78.2 years, as reported by the World Bank. According to the WHO, over 60% of the population in China was reported to be fit in 2016.

4. Sri Lanka

Life Expectancy (2021): 76.3 years

Overweight Population (2016): 23.3%

Underweight Population (2016): 14.0%

Total Unfit Population: 37.3%

Srilanka boasted a life expectancy of 76.3 years in 2021. According to the WHO, Sri Lanka reported an overweight prevalence of 23.3% and an underweight prevalence of 14% in 2016, making its total unfit population 37.3%. According to this data, over 60% of adults in Sri Lanka are considered fit. It is ranked 4th on our list.

3. South Korea

Life Expectancy (2021): 83.5 years

Overweight Population (2016): 32.4%

Underweight Population (2016): 4.3%

Total Unfit Population: 36.7%

South Korea is ranked among the most fit countries in the world with a life expectancy of 83.5 years. According to the WHO, 63.3% of adults were reported to be fit in 2016.

2. Vietnam

Life Expectancy (2021): 73.6 years

Overweight Population (2016): 18.3%

Underweight Population (2016): 17.7%

Total Unfit Population: 36.0%

Vietnam ranks 2nd on our list, reporting a life expectancy of 73.6 years. As of 2016, 64% of adults in Vietnam were reported to be fit according to the WHO.

1. Japan

Life Expectancy (2021): 84.4 years

Overweight Population (2016): 27.2%

Underweight Population (2016): 6.8%

Total Unfit Population: 34.0%

Japan stands out as a beacon of fitness and health, reporting a life expectancy of 84.4 years. According to the WHO, over 65% of the population in Japan was reported to be fit in 2016.

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