Exercise is something we all know we should do, but most
of us avoid. The excuse can be No time, not at this age,
can't wake up early, difficult in the evenings, too busy
etc. One should know that exercise is an essential part
of a healthy lifestyle. Regular exercise helps to maintain
fitness and health. It helps to increase energy levels,
circulation, posture and general health.
Importance
of Exercise
Every one, of either
sex, of any age should exercise. Three universal goals
most of us share are: to live longer, live free of illness
and to control our weight and exercise help us to achieve
these. People who exercise do it for different reasons.
Whatever motivates you to exercise is a good reason and
helps you get the benefits. Even one benefit you are looking
for is listed in this list then you need to begin an exercise
program and start taking care of your health. You need
to live for yourself, your family, and your loved ones.
Regular physical exercise helps to
Lower
your resting heart rate. This means your heart is not
working as hard when you are at rest - as exercise allows
your heart to pump more blood per beat.
Lower your Body Mass Index (BMI)= (This is the ratio of
body weight in kilograms to height in meters). Increased
BMI is associated with an increase in morbidity and mortality
Reduce total cholesterol. This includes lowering LDL-the
bad type of cholesterol, and increasing HDL-the good type
of cholesterol.
Reduce
the risk of heart disease.
Lower
or help control your blood pressure, both systolic and
diastolic. This is especially important for people with
high blood pressure-hypertension.
Reduce the risk of having a stroke.
Reduce circulating levels of triglycerides. This is the
amount of free fatty acid found in the blood
Increases insulin sensitivity to prevent against type
II diabetes (adult onset diabetes).
Lower
your resting heart rate. This means your heart is not
working as hard when you are at rest - as exercise allows
your heart to pump more blood per beat.