Benefits of physical activity
for a healthier life style!
Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do
for your health. Being physically active can improve your brain health,
help manage weight, reduce the risk of disease, strengthen bones and
muscles, and improve your ability to do everyday activities.
Some benefits of physical activity on brain health happen right after a
session of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity.
Benefits include improved thinking or cognition for children 6 to 13
years of age and reduced short-term feelings of anxiety for
adults.
Regular physical activity can help keep your thinking, learning, and
judgment skills sharp as you age. It can also reduce your risk of
depression and anxiety and help you sleep better.
Make physical activity a priority to:
- Improve your memory and brain function (all age groups).
- Protect against many chronic diseases.
- Aid in weight management.
- Lower blood pressure and improve heart health.
- Improve your quality of sleep.
- Reduce feelings of anxiety and depression.
- Combat cancer-related fatigue.
- Improve joint pain and stiffness.
- Maintain muscle strength and balance.
- Increase life span.