Benefits of exercise

 Harvard Medical School states, “Exercising regularly, every day if possible, is the single most important thing you can do for your health.

Regular physical activity has many benefits for both physical and mental health. It can help to improve cardiovascular health, strengthen bones and muscles, reduce the risk of developing certain chronic conditions such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, and certain types of cancer, improve sleep, and boost mood and mental health.

Scientists define moderate-intensity exercise as any activity that gets your heart rate up and causes you to break a sweat but is not so strenuous that you can’t carry on a conversation while doing it. Some examples of moderate-intensity exercises include brisk walking, cycling, swimming, dancing, and gardening.

It is recommended that adults aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week, which can be broken up into shorter sessions of 30 minutes or more. It is also important to include strength training exercises at least twice a week to help maintain muscle mass and bone density.

It is important to start at a level that is comfortable for you and accumulate your intensity and duration as your fitness improves. It is also a good idea to consult with a healthcare professional before starting a new exercise program, especially if you have any underlying health conditions or injuries. The most important thing is to find activities you enjoy and that you can realistically fit into your schedule. Have fun and stay active!