Benefits Of Exercise
There is overwhelming evidence that people who lead active lifestyles are less likely to suffer from illness and more likely to live longer. Exercise not only makes you physically fitter, it also improves your mental health and general sense of wellbeing. Some of the benefits of exercise are:
Reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke.
Help to reduce high blood pressure and cholesterol
Lower your risk of developing type 2 diabetes
Reduce your risk of joint pain and lower back pain
Lower your risk of both osteoarthritis and osteoporosis
Reduce the risk of certain cancers such as colon cancer, breast cancer and possible also lung and endometrial cancers
Reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s
Enhances the immune system
Prevent and treat mental illnesses like depression
Increases strength and stamina
Improves coordination and balance
Staying active keeps joints, tendons, and ligaments flexible, allowing you to move more easily and avoid injury
Help you maintain a healthy weight
Gives you an improved sense of wellbeing
Helps you sleep better
Improves your mood and lowers stress and anxiety levels
Keeping fit can reduce some of the effects of aging.Increases energy levels
You will look better physically.
You will be more self-confident
Finally, and most importantly, Exercise can be fun!