The Importance Of Exercise

Physical activity or exercise can improve your health and reduce the risk of developing several diseases like type 2 diabetes, cancer and cardiovascular disease. Physical activity and exercise can have immediate and long-term health benefits. Most importantly, regular activity can improve your quality of life. A minimum of 30 minutes a day can allow you to enjoy these benefits.  

Benefits of regular physical activity

If you are regularly physically active, you may:

• reduce your risk of a heart attack 
• manage your weight better 
• have a lower blood cholesterol level 
• lower the risk of type 2 diabetes and some cancers 
• have lower blood pressure 
• have stronger bones, muscles and joints and lower risk of developing osteoporosis 
• lower your risk of falls 
• recover better from periods of hospitalization or bed rest 
• feel better – with more energy, a better mood, feel more relaxed and sleep better. 

Credit: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/physical-activity-its-important#:~:text=Physical%20activity%20or%20exercise%20can,improve%20your%20quality%20of%20life.

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