What are the Benefits Of Exercise?
Apart from fitness and weight control as major benefits of an exercise routine, regular physical activity can also assist in reducing the risk of several diseases and health conditions.
Heart health:
- Strengthening the heart muscle.
- Lowering blood pressure.
- Raising good cholesterol (HDL) levels and lowering bad cholesterol levels (LDL).
Brain health:
- Increasing oxygen levels in the brain by increased flow of blood to the brain.
- Boosting memory and thinking skills.
Psychological health:
- Triggers the release of “feel good” hormones such as serotonin, nor epinephrine, and dopamine. Improves mood due to increased secretion of endorphins.
- Improves self-esteem due to better self-image.
- Assists in fighting depression.
- Physical activity is a powerful de-stressor
Aging:
- Slows the body’s ageing process and degeneration of the central nervous system.
- Assists in maintaining general good health.
- Slows down decreasing bone density. Walking promotes bone formation, slows down osteopenia and wards off osteoporosis.
- Postpones the development of disability amongst the elderly.
Other health benefits:
- Reduces the risk of a stroke.
- Assists in reducing insulin requirements in Diabetes.
- Staying fit may lead to fewer or milder asthma Swimming is a recommended activity.
- Fewer colds and symptoms disappear faster. The immune system spikes while exercising.
- Lets you fall asleep faster and sleep
- Combating impotence through improved blood circulation. Improves libido and sexual functioning, Improves body image and desirability.
- Increasing muscle strength, flexibility and endurance help to prevent back pain.
- Better coordination, agility and flexibility, improved balance and spatial awareness
- Weight management
- Increased energy levels
- Improved social life.
Sources: http://healthinsight.co.za/
https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/exercise-programs
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