50 Reasons to Exercise
According to the inspirational web site neilarey.com, there are many reasons to exercise. Reasons that will benefit not only your health, exercise can act as a preventative for future health ailments and even aid at enhancing your mood to reduce stress.
Neila Rey compiled a very thorough list that's called "50 reasons to exercise." If you're currently hitting the gym or in a regular exercise routine, see if you agree with this list as I do.
01. Lifts your mood 02. Improves learning abilities 03. Builds self-esteem 04. Keeps your brain fit 05. Keeps your body fit & able 06. Boosts mental health 07. Boosts your immune system 08. Reduces stress 09. Makes you feel happier 10. Has anti-ageing effects 11. Improves skin tone and colour 12. Improves sleeping patterns 13. Helps prevent strokes 14. Improves joint function 15. Improves muscle strength 16. Alleviates anxiety 17. Sharpens memory 18. Helps to control addictions 19. Boosts productivity 20. Boosts creative thinking 21. Improves body image 22. Gives you confidence 23. Helps you keep focused in life 24. Improves eating habits 25. Increases longevity | 26. Strengthens your bones 27. Strengthens your heart 28. Improves posture 29. Prevents colds 30. Improves appetite 31. Improves cholesterol levels 32. Lowers risk of (certain) cancers 33. Lowers high blood pressure 34. Lowers risk of diabetes 35. Fights dementia 36. Eases back pain 37. Decreases osteoporosis risk 38. Reduces feelings of depression 39. Prevents muscle loss 40. Increases energy and endurance 41. Increases sports performance 42. Increases pain resistance 43. Improves balance and coordination 44. Improves oxygen supply to cells 45. Improves concentration 46. Helps with self-control 47. Lessens fatigue 48. Increases sex drive & satisfaction 49. Makes life more exciting 50. Improves Quality of Life |