Being physically active can benefit the body in many ways, from boosting mood to reducing your risk for disease. Check out these six ways being physically active can lead to a healthier, happier you!!  

Strengthen Your Cardiovascular System & Respiratory Systems

Reduce the buildup of plaque in your arteries by increasing your HDL or “good cholesterol”.  You can also lower your blood pressure or reduce your risk for developing hypertension by being physically active.  In addition, you can develop greater lung capacity to take in more oxygen to replenish and nourish the cells in your body.

Keep Muscles and Bones Strong

You can preserve bone mass and increase bone density to help prevent falls & delay osteoporosis. Exercise can also improve balance and coordination which is very important for the aging body.

Manage Your Weight

Exercise burns calories, plain and simple.  However, following exercise your body continues to burn calories at an increased rate for a period of time.  These together can reduce body fat and ease pressure on your bones and joints to help prevent conditions like arthritis.

Prevent and Manage Diabetes

Exercise can help insulin work better and can in turn lower blood sugar levels.  

Reduce Your Risk of Cancer

Being physically active can lower your risk for certain types of cancers including colon, prostate, as well as uterine lining and breast cancer.

Sleep Well

Exercise can help you relax and improve the quality of sleep, which is thought to improve your physical and mental health.

To discuss ways to become more physically active and learn more about exercise routines/techniques, please call the experts at Nebraska Weight Management in Lincoln, NE at (402) 483-4770 and in Omaha, NE at (402) 399-9386 or visit WeightLossNebraska.com.