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  2. Exercise: 7 benefits of regular physical activity - Mayo Clinic

    www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/in-depth/exercise/art-20048389

    Exercise and physical activity are great ways to feel better, boost your health and have fun. For most healthy adults, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends these exercise guidelines: Aerobic activity. Get at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity.

  3. Benefits of Physical Activity | Physical Activity Basics | CDC

    www.cdc.gov/physical-activity-basics/benefits

    Key points. Physical activity has many immediate and long-term benefits. Physical activity helps you immediately feel better, function better, and sleep better. Adults who sit less and do any amount of moderate- to vigorous-intensity physical activity gain some health benefits.

  4. Physical activity - World Health Organization (WHO)

    www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/physical-activity

    Both moderate- and vigorous-intensity physical activity improve health. Popular ways to be active include walking, cycling, wheeling, sports, active recreation and play, and can be done at any level of skill and for enjoyment by everybody.

  5. Importance of Exercise: Benefits & Recommended Types - Harvard...

    www.health.harvard.edu/topics/exercise-and-fitness

    In the short term, exercise helps to control appetite, boost mood, and improve sleep. In the long term, it reduces the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, dementia, depression, and many cancers. Why is exercise so important for seniors?

  6. Understanding how exercise affects the body

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    Exercise is one of the most beneficial activities that people can engage in. Regular exercise reduces the risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and other health problems. It can even help people with many mental health conditions feel better.

  7. The Top 10 Benefits of Regular Exercise - Healthline

    www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-benefits-of-exercise

    Exercising regularly has many benefits for your body and brain. This article explores the top 10 benefits of regular exercise, all based on science.

  8. Why Is Physical Activity So Important for Health and Well-Being?

    www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/fitness/fitness-basics/why-is-physical...

    There are so many reasons why regular activity boosts your health. Read to learn what those are and how you can incorporate exercise into your day. We know that staying active is one of the best ways to keep our bodies healthy.

  9. Real-Life Benefits of Exercise and Physical Activity

    www.nia.nih.gov/health/exercise-and-physical-activity/real-life-benefits...

    Read and share this infographic about the four types of exercise. Keep and improve your strength so you can stay independent. Have more energy to do the things you want to do and reduce fatigue. Improve your balance and lower risk of falls and injuries from falls.

  10. The secret to better healthexercise - Harvard Health

    www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/the-secret-to-better-health-exercise

    Adding as little as half an hour of moderately intense physical activity to your day can help you avoid a host of serious ailments, including heart disease, diabetes, depression, and several types of cancer, particularly breast and colon cancers.

  11. Top 9 Benefits of Exercise (and How Much to Do) - WebMD

    www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/features/exercise-benefits

    Exercise can boost your mood, help you sleep better, and keep your body humming smoothly, not to mention reduce your risk of chronic disease. How much does it take?