Benefits From

Exercise

Physical Benefits

Disease PreventionOHeart DiseaseOCancerOStrokeODiabetesOOsteoporosisOChances of getting most diseases

are greatly reduced with regular exercise

Weight ManagementODecrease unwanted body fatOIncrease muscle massOIncrease metabolism which

makes you burn calories

Overall FitnessOIncreased

OMuscular strengthOMuscular enduranceOFlexibilityOCardiovascular endurance

Decrease in Heart RateOA lower resting heart rate is

better for a healthy heart

Mental/Emotional Benefits

Stress ReductionOProduces endorphins which

make you feel goodOReduced anxiety

Increased Self-EsteemODecreases depressionOImproves body imageOImproves self-respect

Increased AcademicsOStudies show that students

who have exercise during the day do better in school than their peers that do not have a regular exercise routine.

Social Benefits

SocialOInteraction with othersOCooperationOFriendshipOTeamworkOSportsmanshipORespect for others