Exercise Facts! Exercise! Exercise! This is what we are told every day on television, books, and magazines. It is wonderful for our health. However, some people need a bit more nudging to get the ball rolling. If you are one of these people, here are 10 reasons to begin exercising today.
Exercise and Energy Level
Studies have shown that if you exercise every day, you will increase your energy level. As-a-matter of fact, those that exercise feel lethargic and tired on days they skip a work-out routine.
Exercise and Strong Bones
As we get older, our bones tend to become more brittle. However, exercising and putting consistent pressure on your bones can help to make them stronger. Women who regularly exercise throughout their life have less problems with osteoporosis.
Exercise Improves Self Image
Although we would like to not believe it, body image is connected to self image. If we don't like our body, we won't have a positive self image. Exercising helps to improve that self image along with body image.
Exercising and Sleeping
As long as you exercise two hours before bed, exercise can improve the quality of your sleep. If you have a problem with insomnia, try beginning a morning exercise routine.
Exercising and Socializing
Exercising is a great way to meet and get together with friends. If you go to a gym you will meet people that have similar priorities as your own. If you exercise with a work-out buddy, this time is great to talk and catch up on your lives.
Exercise and Depression
Exercising releases endorphins into the body that help fight depression. The more you exercise, the less depressed you will be.
Exercising and Weight
If you are overweight, exercising is one of the best ways to lose. The more calories you burn when you exercise, the more fat you will lose. It is simple physics. Muscle burns more calories than fat. This means that the more you exercise, the more muscle you add to your body. The more muscle you have, the more calories you will burn doing nothing at all.
Exercise and Sex
Exercise has been shown to be a great aphrodisiac. There are many people who believe massages and soft music awaken sexuality, but exercise actually does a better job. The more you exercise, the more active you will feel. The more active you feel, the more you will feel like having sex.
Exercise and the Heart
Exercising not only works your muscles, but also your heart. Your heart is the most important muscle/organ you have. It is what keeps you alive. The more you exercise your heart, the less risk you have for a heart attack or stroke.
Exercise and Immune System
People who regularly exercise have a better chance of fighting off illnesses and infections than those that are sedentary. Exercise has actually been shown to boost the immune system.
These are ten more reasons to begin a regular exercise routine today. The more you do for your body today, the more it will do for you in the future.