Whether you are a walker or a marathon runner, it is important to stay active as we age. The benefits of exercise reach far beyond the boundaries of your physical well-being. Here are only a few of the benefits that can be gained from regular exercise:
- Helps with weight maintenance (or loss)
- Increases energy levels
- Reduces stress
- Tones muscles
- Strengthens bones and muscles
- Lowers the risk of chronic diseases, such as heart disease, Type 2 Diabetes, hypertension and some cancers
- Decreases bad cholesterol (LDL) and increases good cholesterol (HDL)
- Improves insulin sensitivity
- Increases quality of sleep
- Improves digestion
- Decreases the risk of injury
- Improves mental cognition
- Relieves symptoms of depression and anxiety
- Promotes psychological well-being
Exercise can be broken into 3 categories:
- Cardiovascular Fitness
- Resistance Training
- Flexibility