A recent Newsweek article points out the abundance of benefits from exercising. Check out some of these facts that shouldn’t be forgotten. They’re sure to motivate you to get out there and work up a sweat.
- For the first time, scientists have coaxed the human brain in to growing new nerve cells-simply by putting subjects on a three-month aerobic-workout regimen.
- Aerobic exercise prompts the release of mood-lifting hormones that promote a sense of well-being and reduce stress.
- According to studies, adults can gain as many as two hours of life expectancy for every hour of regular, vigorous exercise.
- For kids, even a few games of kickball can boost the brain in widespread, long-lasting ways- which is why some teachers are lobbying for more time in PE class.
- Exercise does more than build muscles and help prevent heart disease. New science shows that it also boots brainpower- and may offer hope in the battle against Alzheimer's.
- Physical activity, which increases bone size and density, helps to prevent osteoporosis and bone loss associated with aging.
- Muscle coordination , reaction time and strength, all of which are necessary for balance and stability, improve with exercise.
Want to read more about all the awesome benefits of exercise? Grab the latest issue of Newsweek while you’re at the store or click here to be directed to the full article.
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