WISDOM WEDNESDAY'S - The Benefits Of Keeping Active

The body is an amazing vessel that when looked after correctly can withstand illness and carry you far in life.

Being able to keep up with activities you enjoy, whether that be going for a walk or keeping up with your children - your body will thank you for it in the long run!

Having an active lifestyle has many benefits:

1. Disease Prevention - Exercising regularly is medically proven to lower the risk of several major illnesses:

   • Osteoporosis and hip fractures

   • Several types of Cancer

   • Type 2 diabetes

   • Coronary heart diseases

     
     

2. Cardiovascular Health - Activity strengthens the heart and improves circulation, which helps reduce blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

   
   

3. Weight Management - Along with a healthy diet, an active lifestyle helps manage weight by burning calories and increasing metabolism, which prevents obesity.

4. Stronger Bones and Muscles - Muscle-strengthening and weight-bearing activities help build and maintain bone density and muscle mass, which is vital for mobility, especially as you age.

   
   

5. Improved Immune Function - moderate, regular exercise is linked to strengthened immune system, which can potentially reduce the risk of serious outcomes from infectious diseases , such as the flu.

   
   

6. Increased Energy - Regular activity helps to boost endurance, making daily tasks much easier to perform and reduce the feeling of fatigue.