Benefits Of Physical Activity

Here is a good collection of articles on the benefits of physical activity:

"Exercise Can Aid Sleep and Productivity"

The results of current research shows that people who exercise at least 150 minutes each week sleep much better and feel more alert than people who exercise less. Researchers discovered that 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity each week showed a 65% improvement in sleep quality, and participants experienced less drowsiness during the day.

"Exercise May Reduce Risk of Depression in Seniors"

Researchers in Europe have found that regular physical activity lowers the risk of suffering from depression in seniors. Programs are currently being developed to increase motivation for physical activity among the elderly.

"Higher Physical Activity Associated With Reduced Risk of Breast Cancer"

This association is stronger for estrogen receptor positive progesterone receptor negative tumors, which are more aggressive. Studies show that women with higher levels of physical activity may reduce the risk of breast cancer after menopause. One reason may be that physical activity reduces body fat, which is a major source of estrogen in postmenopausal women.

"Regular Exercise Reduces Risk of Dementia, Slow Aging"

Body deterioration experienced with the aging process can be slowed with regular exercise. It has been found that exercise can reduce the risk of developing about 2 dozen mental and physical health conditions including dementia and some cancers.

"Regular Physical Activity Really Does Boost Immune System in Older Men"

With regular and moderate physical activity of about 6 hours each week, elderly men can have the same immune response to an antigen as younger men.

"Physical Activity Extends Life of Patients with Peripheral Artery Disease"

Physically active patients of peripheral artery disease (PAD) have death rates that are a third of those in PAD patients who remain inactive.

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Charles