Age Well & Live Longer – The Benefits of Exercise

AGE WELL & LIVE LONGER!

PHYSICAL & MENTAL HEALTH BENEFITS

• Weight loss and weight control
• Increased muscle strength and muscle mass (which helps burn calories and fat)
• Increased energy
• Improved flexibility and movement
• Lower risk of some types of cancer, Diabetes 2
• Improved immune system
• Increased “good” cholesterol to keep blood flowing smoothly
• Promotes stronger bones (which is particularly helpful for women entering menopause, when bone density is lost)
• Increase your life expectancy by an average of 7 years!
• Increases levels of seratonin and dopamine in the brain, which is linked with improved mood
• Increases endorphins, or the “feel good” chemicals in the body, improving mood and energy
• Decreases stress, tension, worry, depression, and anxiety
• Can alleviate symptoms of Pre-Menstrual Syndrome and Depression in women
• Improves deeper relaxation and better quality of sleep (which protects the brain and increases energy)
• Reduces/treats and may prevent anxiety and panic attacks
• Increases mental clarity and efficiency and improves cognitive functioning in middle age and beyond
• Exercise is associated with better thinking, learning, and judgment
• Group or partner exercise increases social activity and decreases feelings of loneliness and isolation
• Improved self confidence and better body-image

Exercise is one of the best ways to improve your happiness and life satisfaction!