Physical Fitness for a Longer, Brighter Life

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• CDC Identifies These Psychological Benefits of Physical Fitness
• The CDC Announces These Physical Blessings of Service

It is even impossible to read a newspaper or magazine and come across an article about the benefits of physical fitness. In most cases, they are true. The US, a country with the lowest weight in world health has moved in the middle as millions of Americans are tied up to focus on mindfulness and body sharpness.

And that is the important thing to realize about physical fitness; the benefits are both- physical and emotional. In an unbalanced environment where we tend to spend huge amounts of time in front of a computer or watching television, physical fitness is a great equalizer.

According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), there are distinct health advantages to a regular fitness discipline. The CDC suggests that if you are new to fitness, you start slowly. Allow your muscles, bones, heart, and lungs to adjust to your new level of activity.

If you are already suffering from a chronic illness such as arthritis, diabetes, or heart disease, consult your doctor and be sure to understand your shortcomings. Thus, the program that includes 60 minutes of model-intensive aerobic exercise per week can produce significant health and lifestyle benefits.

The CDC Announces These Physical Blessings of Service

Maintains Your Weight - Work your way up to 150 minutes a week with a moderate-intensity aerobic exercise and a 75-minute intensive aerobic exercise to take control of your weight.

Reduce Risk of Cardiovascular Disease – 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity will lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.

 Reduce the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome – Between 120 and 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity, each week will reduce the risks of these health risks.

Reduce Risk of Colon and Breast Cancer – Regular exercise, even mild exercise, such as walking, will reduce the risk of these two types of cancers.

Improves Ability to Prevent Falls – A balanced fitness program will strengthen your core and help prevent debilitating falls. Core strength- can be developed without intense bodybuilding.

CDC Identifies These Psychological Benefits of Physical Fitness

While the benefits of physical fitness is beyond doubt, we should not forget the benefits of the mind. With a commitment to normal physical fitness, you feel better, your brain will do better, and you- look better.

Exercise Reduces Stress - Exercising increases the amount of norepinephrine, a chemical that can mimic the brain- is the stress response.

Exercise Boosts Mood - Many doctors recommend exercise for patients who show clinical signs of depression or a moment ago feel down.

Improves Self-Confidence – Regular exercise improves the individual's self-esteem and their perception of themselves.

Benefits of Being Outdoors – Being outdoors comes with many physical and psychological benefits, not the least of which is ensuring a regular intake of vitamin D from the sun. Fresh air is great for the body & the person's self-esteem.

Prevent Cognitive Decline – Exercise and a healthy diet cannot cure cognitive decline, but they have proven to slow the process. When we age, a certain amount- of decline is unavoidable, but exercise boosts the levels of chemicals that affect the brain and our memory.

Increase Relaxation - Regular exercise allows us to relax and rest more effectively. 

Increasing Brain Production: - Exercising increases brain activity by increasing the amount of protein in the brain. Exercise has been shown to improve a person's ability to make decisions.

While the CDC records all of this, it also records the importance of health and psychology. Regular physical activity allows you to live longer. This should be the encouragement you need.