Benefits of Physical Activity

Did you know that physical activity impacts many areas of health, fitness, and overall wellness?  Physically inactive people are more likely to get sick.  Physical activity has been shown to impact many areas, including;

1. Academic Performance – Improves attention and memory

2. Brain Health – Reduces risk of depression

3. Muscular Fitness – Builds strong muscles and endurance

4. Heart and Lung Health – Improves blood pressure and aerobic fitness

5. Cardiometabolic Health – Helps maintain normal blood sugar levels

6. Long-term Health – Reduces risk of several chronic diseases, including type 2 diabetes and obesity

7. Bone Strength – Strengthens bones

8. Healthy Weight – Helps regulate body weight and reduce body fat

Learn more about the benefits of physical activity from the CDC's Physical Activity page.

Source: Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd edition (Chapter 2, page 32) 

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