Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Benefits of exercising

Benefits of exercising
  • Boost to your emotional well being – Even light exercise can help boost your
    mood. Also, more intense exercise can stimulate the release of mood elevating
    compounds called endorphins.
  • Reduce risk of heart disease – If you are overweight or obese, you are more
    prone to heart disease, as you have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease. You
    can improve your cardiovascular function if you partake in exercise.
  • Improvement to memory – If you exercise more regularly, you move blood
    and oxygen to all your body's organs, including the brain, which is great for
    revitalising your mind.
  • Reduced risk of Diabetes – Physically active people are less likely to develop
    Diabetes, as exercise increases the body's ability to use sugar for energy and
    thereby decreases the need for insulin.
  • Other benefits include: - Improved sleep pattern, increased strength,
    improved energy level, pain relief, longevity and increased bone density.



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