Sunday, October 4, 2009

7 Benefits of Exercise

If you wanted some more reasons to exercise here they are:

Daily exercise, just 20 minutes a day will help you:

1. Sleep better: The more active your body is during the day, the more likely you are able to relax fully at night and fall asleep easily.

2. Better mood: A study was reported recently, in which an exercise program was equal in benefit to routine doses of Zoloft, a common antidepressant (I am sure you have all seen the commercials).

3. Reduced risk of breast cancer: A USC study found that women exercising for five or more hours per week experienced greater decrease in risk of developing invasive breast cancer compared to less active women. Remember, this month is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

4. Less cellulite: Exercise can reduce or eliminate cellulite by toning and firming the skin.

5. Live longer: The three-year survival rate was about three times higher for active 85-year-olds compared with those who were inactive.

6. Builds self confidence: In a recent magazine poll, women stated they felt the most sexy after exercising.

7. Reduce bad cholesterol: Studies have shown that regular exercise can help reduce cholesterol. One of the best exercises to reduce cholesterol is to simply walk for 30minutes.

Just Do It!

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