Exercise benefits are not mentioned as often as the fact that everyone needs to exercise on a regular basis. If the benefits were mentioned all along then maybe more people would be willing to make the time for it. So what are the benefits to exercising and being fit?

Health Benefits to Exercise and Fitness

1) Improves your body’s insulin use

2) Burns excess body fat which helps to decrease and control weight (decreased body fat results in improved insulin sensitivity)

3) Burns calories

4) Improves muscle strength

5) Increases bone density and strength

6) Lowers blood pressure

7) Protects against heart and blood vessel disease by lowering “bad” LDL cholesterol and increasing “good” HDL cholesterol.

8) Improves blood circulation and reduces your risk of heart disease

9) Increases energy levels and enhancing work capacity

10) Reduces stress, promoting relaxation, and releasing tension and anxiety

All of these are some great reasons to start exercising and being physically fit. So if you need some motivation write down some of these reasons and place them in areas around your house or work that will remind you why you are going to commit yourself to become healthier. You can place pictures of close family members and friends with the ten reasons for being active as more motivation that you want to be around for as long as you can for them.

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