Post on 13-Jan-2016
Seven Benefits of Exercise
By Katy Henderson andChristie Leigh Hill
Exercise
Performance of some activity in order to develop or maintain physical fitness and overall health
Strengthens Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems
Lowers the buildup of plaque in arteries by increasing HDL cholesterol (“good” cholesterol)
Decreases the concentration of LDL cholesterol (“bad” cholesterol)
Prevents the onset of high blood pressure
Lowers blood pressure Promotes rhythmic,
deep breathing by developing greater capacity in lungs
Cardiovascular
Respiratory
Keeps Bones and Muscles Strong
Prevents the bone weakening disease osteoporosis
Preserves bone mass and may even increase bone density
Improves balance and coordination, reducing the risk of falls
Builds muscle mass
Bones
Muscles
Manages Weight
Helps to achieve or maintain a healthy weight by burning calories
Reduce body fat by burning more calories than consumed.
Reduces risk of obesity Eases pressure on
bones and joints, preventing conditions such as arthritis
Prevents and Manages Diabetes
Coupled with a healthy diet, exercising can prevent and manage type 2 diabetes.
Type 2 diabetes is caused by a resistance to the glucose transport effect of insulin on cells.
Helps insulin work better and can lower blood sugar
Reduces blood sugar by increasing sensitivity to insulin
Eases Depression and Manages Pain and Stress
Activates the neurotransmitters, serotonin and norepinephrine, associated with avoiding depression
Depression can be experienced when serotonin and norepinephrine are out of sync.
Exercise may help synchronize these chemicals.
Stimulates the production of beta-endorphins, which produce feelings of well-being
Reduces Risk of Certain Types of Cancer
Colon, prostate, uterine lining, and breast cancer can be prevented by exercise.
Helps digested food move quickly through the colon, thereby preventing colon cancer.
Lowers risk of breast and uterine cancers by reducing body fat and decreasing estrogen production.
Researchers are uncertain how exercise prevents prostate cancers.
Helps to Relax and Sleep Better Sleep helps maintain physical and mental health. Moderate exercise at least three hours before
bedtime can help a person relax and sleep better.
In Conclusion, exercise…
1 Strengthens Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems
2 Keeps Bones and Muscles Strong3 Manages Weight4 Prevents and Manages Diabetes5 Eases Depression and Manages
Pain and Stress6 Reduces Risk of Certain Types of
Cancer7 Helps to Relax and Sleep Better
To Ensure Optimal Health
Get to it and exercise!