Why Exercise?

Regular exercise is an important component to weight loss and prevention of many diseases such as:

• Heart disease (high blood pressure and cholesterol)
• Diabetes
• Colon Cancer
• Obesity
• Osteoporosis

There are many other reasons why exercise is good for you. Here is a list of 11 reasons why exercise is important in everyone's life.

1. More Energy
2. Smarter Thinking
3. Better Sleep
4. Optimistic Outlook
5. Boosts Immune System
6. Better Circulation
7. Reduce Stress
8. Higher Self Esteem
9. Clearer Skin
10. Stronger Muscle and Joints
11. Healthier Lifestyle

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1. More Energy - regular exercise can increase your stamina and energy levels for normal day activities such as gardening, housework or playing with your kids.

2. Smarter Thinking - exercise increases blood flow around the body, including the brain. The increased blood flow provides the brain with oxygen and glucose (the body's primary fuel source) for optimum performance.

3. Better Sleep - exercise in the morning or mid-afternoon can help promote good sleep. Avoid exercising late in the afternoon or in the evening as it can actually worsen sleep problems.

4. Optimistic Outlook - exercise promotes the release of endorphins, the body's "feel good" hormones, to enhance wellbeing and reduce depression.

5. Boosts Immune System - regular exercise can boost the body's immune system to better respond to bacterial and viral infections.

6. Better Circulation - regular exercise promotes increased blood circulation and blood flow. This is especially beneficial to people who suffer from cold extremities, as exercise and increased circulation reduces cold hands and feet.

7. Reduce Stress - physical activity can be a great outlet for bottled up stress, tension and anxiety.

8. Higher Self Esteem - exercise can contribute to higher self esteem in a couple of ways. Doing something good for your body will make you feel better about yourself and when you look good (from weight loss and increasing muscle tone), you would feel good.

9. Clearer Skin - the increase blood circulation from exercise delivers more oxygen and nutrients to your skin and removes wastes and toxins, leaving skin looking healthier and clearer.

10. Stronger Muscle and Joints - regular exercise promotes stronger muscle and joints to prevent joint injuries and back problems.

11. Healthier Lifestyle - as you start feeling good and healthy, you're more likely to eat healthy foods and reduce sugary and fatty foods.


The information provided is intended solely for general information and is NOT to replace advice from your physician or other medical professionals and should NOT be relied upon for any diagnosis, treatment or cure. Always check with your doctor before starting any new drug, alternative, natural or herbal treatments and supplements.