Tuesday, October 30, 2007

Moderate Exercise Yields Big Benefits

Exercising about 30 minutes a day can provide enormous benefits to your mood, health, weight and the ability to live an independent and fulfilling life. Exercise need not be difficult or altheltic - simply brisk walking 30 minutes or more can lead to significant health improvements.

Some of the benefits of daily 30 minute exercise include:

  • Increase bone density and protect against bone mass decline
  • Strengthen the immune system, improve circulation, reduce body fat and speed digestion.
  • Reduce stress, improve mild-to-moderate depression and anxiety, improve sleep and boost moods.
  • Increase energy and stamina

And coupling exercise with a healthy diet is the best way to shed fat and maintain a healthier body composition.

Source: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080104123421.htm