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Exercise to stay healthy.(Adult Health Advisor)
- Article from:
- Clinical Reference Systems
- Article date:
- February 1, 2008
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Benefits of exercise
Exercise has many benefits. Our bodies thrive on regular physical activity. Exercise provides both physical and emotional rewards. Exercise can:
* decrease your blood pressure
* decrease your total blood cholesterol
* decrease your blood sugar.
These physical effects decrease the risk of stroke, heart disease, and diabetes. Exercise can also help you lose weight or keep a healthy weight.
Among the emotional benefits of exercise are: