Do Your Body Some Good With Exercise

By Donna Stark

Is feeling better, having more energy, and adding years to your life on your to-do list? If so, there is one thing you can do every day that will help you reach those goals in no time. It's exercise! No matter how old you are or what your physical condition is like, there is always a way to add more movement to your days, so what do you say? Are you ready to get up and get going? Or do you need some more convincing? If you aren't fully convinced yet, take a look at the following benefits of exercise. They may be exactly what you need to become more motivated!

Exercise Helps You Maintain a Healthy Weight

Even just 30 minutes of physical activity each day is enough to help you maintain a healthy weight. Exercise can aid in both weight loss and the prevention of weight gain because you burn calories with every move you make. The more intense or the longer your workout is, the more calories your body will burn, but don't worry. You don't need to spend hours at the gym or turn into a professional athlete to reap this benefit. Just move more throughout your days. The minutes will add up before you know it.

Exercise Reduces the Risk of Serious Health Conditions

Exercise is a proven way to reduce the risk of serious and chronic health conditions. Exercise gets your blood flowing, circulates more oxygen, lowers blood pressure, and decreases inflammation. Your daily workouts can defend against cardiovascular disease, diabetes, joint degeneration, cancer, and cognitive decline.

Exercise Improves Mood and Boosts Energy

The release of endorphins, the body's feel-good chemicals, occurs during exercise. That's why you may feel happier, more relaxed, and less stressed after a good workout. But that's not all. Although it may seem counter-intuitive, you may also feel more energized after your fitness session. In fact, exercise is often more energizing than an afternoon nap!

Exercise Helps You Sleep Better

If you are having trouble falling or staying asleep, don't reach for that bottle of sleeping pills again. Just work out during the day instead! Daily exercise can have a profound effect on the quality of sleep you are getting each night, but you have to be smart about when you are active. Don't try to work out right before bedtime. Make sure you buffer your workout sessions and bedtime with an appropriate amount of time.

Do Your Body Some Good

Prioritizing exercise and incorporating it into your daily routine won't only improve your health right now, it will make a huge difference with your overall well-being in the future too! So grab your gear and get moving. Your body will definitely thank you for it!

To learn more about your health, wellness, and fitness, see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic in Woodbury, Minn.