What are the health benefits associated with exercise?

Regular exercise and regular physical activity can be beneficial.

Help you control your weight. Exercise is an important part of controlling your weight and preventing obesity. You must eat less calories than you burn to maintain your weight. You must consume more calories than what you eat or drink to lose weight.

Your risk of developing heart disease is reduced. Exercise can strengthen your heart and improve circulation. Your body's oxygen levels are increased by increasing blood flow. This lowers your risk of developing heart disease such as high cholesterol and coronary artery disease. Regular exercise can lower blood pressure and triglyceride levels.

Your body can manage your blood sugar and insulin levels. Your blood sugar levels can be lowered by exercising and your insulin will work more efficiently. This can lower your chances of developing metabolic syndrome or type 2 diabetes. Exercise can also help you manage a disease if you have it.

Help you quit smoking. It may be easier to quit smoking if you exercise. You might lose weight if you quit smoking.

You can improve your mental health and mood. Your body releases chemicals during exercise that can help you feel happier and more relaxed. This can help reduce stress and your chance of developing depression.

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As you age, exercise will help keep your brain sharp and improve your ability to think, learn, and judge. Exercise stimulates the release of proteins and other chemicals in your brain that enhance its structure and function.

Your bones and muscles should be strengthened. Children and teens can build strong bones by exercising regularly. It can slow down the decline in bone density as we age. Muscle-strengthening exercises can help increase or preserve your strength and muscle mass.

You can reduce your chances of developing certain cancers such as colon, breast, uterine and lung cancer.

Reduce your chance of falling. Research shows that balance and muscle-strengthening activities, in combination with moderate intensity aerobic exercise, can reduce the risk of falling for older adults.

Get better sleep. You can fall asleep quicker and stay asleep for longer by exercising.

Your sexual health can be improved. Regular exercise can lower the likelihood of erectile dysfunction in men. Exercise may be beneficial for those with ED. Exercise may be a good way to increase your sexual arousal in women.

Your chances of living longer. Research shows that exercise can lower your chances of dying from some of the leading causes of death like heart disease, cancer, and stroke.

What can I do to make exercise part of my daily routine?

Actively engage in everyday activities. Small changes can make a big difference. Instead of taking the elevator, you can use the stairs. Instead of sending an email, walk down the hall to your coworker's office. Wash your car by yourself. You can park further from your destination.

Get active with your family and friends. A workout partner can make it easier to exercise. It is possible to organize social activities that include exercise. A group of exercisers, such as a hiking club, dance class or volleyball team, might be something you consider.

Keep track of your progress. You can set goals and stay motivated by keeping a log or using a fitness tracker.

Exercise can be made more enjoyable. You can listen to music or watch TV while you exercise. Mix it up. If you do not like the same type of exercise, you may get bored. You might try a variety of activities.

You can find activities you can do, even when it is raining. Even if it is raining outside, you can still walk to the mall or climb stairs.