![]() Why you should exercise is not a question, but rather an exclamation! From improved daily quality of life to improved athletic performance, the benefits of exercise are countless. And according to exercise science’s professional organizations and leading specialists, you can experience these benefits by simply performing moderate intensity exercise for 30 minutes, 4 or more times a week! Two hours a week is all its takes to start the journey to becoming a healthier you. So the next time you ask why you should exercise, turn that question into an exclamation! An extra two hours of physical activity a week could… · help build and maintain healthy bones, muscles, and joints · promote weight loss, weight maintenance, and prevention of weight gain · reduce feelings of depression and anxiety · reduce chronic disease risks · enhance performance of work, school, and recreational and sport activities Author: Julia Anthony
B.S. Exercise Specialist, CSCS, NASM CPT |