Benefits From Exercise
Physical Benefits
Disease Prevention O Heart Disease O Cancer O Stroke O Diabetes O Osteoporosis O Chances of getting most diseases are greatly reduced with regular exercise
Weight Management O Decrease unwanted body fat O Increase muscle mass O Increase metabolism which makes you burn calories
Overall Fitness O Increased O Muscular strength O Muscular endurance O Flexibility O Cardiovascular endurance
Decrease in Heart Rate O A lower resting heart rate is better for a healthy heart
Mental/Emotional Benefits
Stress Reduction O Produces endorphins which make you feel good O Reduced anxiety
Increased Self-Esteem O Decreases depression O Improves body image O Improves self-respect
Increased Academics O Studies show that students who have exercise during the day do better in school than their peers that do not have a regular exercise routine.
Social Benefits
Social O Interaction with others O Cooperation O Friendship O Teamwork O Sportsmanship O Respect for others