1. by Mike Dowd

2.  Exercising proves beneficial for learning ◦ Increases blood flow and oxygen to brain  Study showed 20% increase in learning  Also effects other areas of the brain

3.  Endorphins are released during physical activity ◦ Reduces micro-tears in tendons and muscles  Minimizes pain and stiffness in joints and back

4.  University of Bristol study ◦ Participants said they think more clearly, get more stuff done, and felt more sociable with fellow coworkers

5.  Penn. State 4 month study ◦ Women aged 42-58 ◦ Simple exercises  Afterwards the women felt more attractive

6.  Periodontitis ◦ Gum disease ◦ More common at old age  Dr. Al-Zahrani found people who exercised 5 times a week had a 42% less chance of gum disease

7.  Exercise boosts your immune system  University of Washington study ◦ Middle aged women ◦ Moderate exercise vs. stretching ◦ 33% less colds

8.  Sleeping patterns change as you get older  Exercise can make the transition into these changes easier.  Sleep Medicine study ◦ Women 60 and older ◦ Results: Not waking up as much and longer sleep

9.  Exercise increases heart rate and makes you breathe more ◦ Causes muscles in intestines to contract ◦ Helps digestion and constipation

10.  Physical activity can improve vision and lower the risk of macular degeneration by 70%

11.  Movement of the body creates energy and reduces fatigue ◦ Norepinephrine and dopamine