Benefits of Exercising

We have all heard that regular exercise is good for you. Exercising has been shown to have multiple benefits, both mental and physical ones. But in today's fast-paced world it's easy to put exercising at the bottom of your priority list.

Let's discuss some of those benefits.

💪 Physical Health:

• ❤️ Lower blood pressure and improve cholesterol

  
  

Cardiovascular exercise (for example cycling, jogging or swimming) strengthens your heart and enhances circulation. Helps manage cholesterol, lower blood pressure and reduces the risk of heart disease.

• 🦴 Supports bone and joint health

Resistance or weight bearing exercises help strengthen your bones and helps with joint mobility. As we get older it is increasingly important to prioritise this to prevent or manage any joint related conditions such as arthritis.

• ⚡Better energy levels

Over time, moving your body will give you more energy, it may not feel like it in the beginning but trust the process. Regular exercise improves the efficiency of your lungs and heart, that will help you feel less tired during your day to day activities.

• 🎯 Weight management

Exercising encourages healthy weight loss or maintaining a healhty weight and regulate your metabolism.

🧠 Mental Health:

• Improve mood, self-esteem and reduce stress

Being physically active can increase the levels of endorphins hormone in your body. Endorphins are also known as the feel-good hormone and can help reduce stress and improve your mood.

🛌 Improves Sleep Quality:

• Better quality sleep and fall asleep quicker

  
  

Exercising has also been linked to better sleep quality and being able to fall asleep quicker. Avoid high intensity workouts right before bed, try doing them in the morning or afternoon.

🙌 Exercise Encourages Self-Discipline and Routine:

Prioritising exercising can give structure to your week and instill a sense of accomplishment. Exercising is a powerful way to build confidence and practice self-care.

In summary...

Exercising isn't just about getting fit, it's about moving better, feeling better, and living better. Whether you go to the gym, are someone who's just getting started or a weekend walker, every bit of activity counts. You don't have to spend hours in the gym, it's about finding movement or an activity that you enjoy and make it a part of your lifestyle.