At buzymoms,we are sure that our readers are well informed about the many benefits or exercise. But, there is nothing called too much awareness when it comes to our health. So here it is, a convenient list to confirm what you already know and to give you some extra insights:
1) Be beautiful - Exercise gives you a glow that comes from within and it can’t be matched by any foundation or blusher. If you want to be radiant, naturally, keep exercising.
2) Lose weight –Suffice to say that this is the best method to lose that unwanted fat. It’s so much safer (and less expensive) than Abdominoplasty, tummy tucks, and liposuction.
3) Metabolic rate- Exercise not only helps you to lose fat but it’ll affect your overall metabolism, if you work out consistently. Weight gain will not be nipped in the bud but it will definitely be more controlled.
4) Endurance and muscle strength- This used to be a popular topic only among the men but not anymore. Women want to be strong and supple too. Athletes go to a lot of trouble to achieve this benefit.
5) Stamina- The modern woman is independent, whether she is working at home or at an office. She has to work, keep the home clean, look after the children and their education. Exercising regularly is the only way to run this daily marathon without suffering a breakdown.
6) Fitness level- Eexercise is crucial to overall fitness. It will improve your body’s uptake of oxygen so that you can function well in high altitudes (i.e. mountain tops). You will be able to play demanding sports. You can lead a full life, sharing memorable times with your children and grandchildren.
7) Protection- Did you know that exercise can give you a buffer against injury? Take the ‘miraculous recovery’ of the window washer who fell 47 floors in 2007. If he was not a healthy, very fit person, the headlines will read very differently.
8) Your balance and coordination will be improved if you exercise consistently.
9) Fights against osteoporosis- When you exercise, the mineral density in your bones improve. After women give birth and reach middle age, their bones tend to slowly deteriorate. Calcium intake alone won’t help. Support your bones by getting plenty of exercise.
10) Decreased blood pressure- If there is ever a health scare that can compete with AIDS; it’s probably high blood pressure and its manifestations. By exercising over a long period of time, you improve blood circulation and minimize the chances of blood clot formation.
11) Moderates cholesterol levels- Studies show that exercise reduces ‘bad cholesterol’ and triglycerides which cause cardiovascular disease. ‘Good cholesterol’, which has positive effects on our circulation system, is increased at the same time.
12) Fights infections- Exercise improves blood circulation which in turn helps the immune system.
13) Good sleeping patterns are associated with those who work out routinely.
14) A better sex life- Exercise improves your sex drive and performance. Spice up your marriage by exercising with your partner.
