Exercise and Physical Fitness

Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. It can help

• Control your weight
• Lower your risk of heart disease
• Lower your risk for type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome
• Lower your risk of some cancers
• Strengthen your bones and muscles
• Improve your mental health and mood
• Improve your ability to do daily activities and prevent falls, if you're an older adult
• Increase your chances of living longer

Fitting regular exercise into your daily schedule may seem difficult at first. But even ten minutes at a time is fine. The key is to find the right exercise for you. It should be fun and should match your abilities. (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

Also called: Fitness, Weight Training

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