Benefits of Exercise
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The benefits of exercise are important for a countless number of reasons.
There are the most obvious reasons to exercise which are physical benefits to exercise; weight loss, muscle toning, pain relief, etc.
But do you know how much it really can do for you?
Exercise helps to prevent Osteoporosis by strengthening the bones. Weight bearing exercises, in combination with Calcium and Vitamin D intake can maintain or increase bone density. Click below to learn more about Osteoporosis.
Exercise relieves anxiety and improves mood by releasing endorphins. Endorphins are a hormone that gets released in the body which is considered the "feel good hormone". So not only do you come out of a workout feeling better physically, but mentally you are happier and less anxious than when you started the workout. This can be especially helpful when dealing with people!
Exercise can also help with sleep regulation. By working the body, you are expending energy that could keep you from falling asleep at night. It also helps to regulate metabolic functions that could be affecting your sleep. When you get proper sleep your body gets proper rest which allows your body to function most efficiently.
Cardiovascular exercise works the heart, which is the most important muscle in the body. It helps to fight against heart disease and other related diseases. The term "If you don't use it, you lose it" applies here. If you are sedentary your whole life, your heart muscle is very weak compared to a person who walked or ran daily. This sedentary lifestyle can attribute to an increased chance of heart disease and less strength to fight it.
The benefits of exercise are endless. If for no other reason, exercise for the obvious health enriching benefits! This is one of the best things that you can do for yourself. If you are new to exercise start slow. Add a ten minute walk to your daily routine and go from there!
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