Monday, October 3, 2011

You thought it was just for the sweat of it

Benefits of increasing your fitness.....



Increase bone density and strength


Reduces blood pressure

Reverses brain deterioration with aging; helps prevent or delay Alzheimer’s disease.

Increases cardiovascular function and improve blood lipid profile; helps prevent heart disease or stroke.

Aids in weight loss and weight control.

Increases muscle mass, muscular strength and muscular endurance.

Promotes a healthy pregnancy.

Improves sleep (if activity is done in the morning or afternoon).

Reduces risk of cancers: colon, prostate, breast.

Improves immune function.

Increases flexibility and balance, reduces the risk of falling.

Reduces stress and improves self image; helps prevent mental depression.

Increases insulin sensitivity; improves blood glucose regulation; helps prevent type 2 diabetes.

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