Benefits of Exercise
The following are a few of the positive effects that can occur due to physical training:
- Increased energy
- Physical training is a form of stress management
- Fewer physical complaints e.g. aches and pains
- Decreased hypochondriac tendencies
- Decreased anxiety
- Improved digestion
- Improved self image and self-confidence
- It leads to an attractive and streamlined body
- Great for fat loss and maintaining proper weight
- Increase in bone strength
- Delayed ageing
- Easier pregnancy and childbirth (female)
- Improved, more restful sleep
- Increased concentration
- Greater perseverance
- Improves cardiovascular health, therefore a decreased chance of cardiovascular diseases (like a heart attack), but for e.g. if a heart attack does occur the physically fit person is more likely to survive, compared to a more sedentary person.
As you can see exercise is a must and should form part of our daily lifestyle to reap the benefits!
