Sunday, February 15, 2009

Exactly Why You Should Get In Shape

By Jimm Goodspel

Are you exercising? If not you should be. Exercising is perhaps the most important thing you can do. It is imperative that we exercise in order to maintain a healthy weight and lifestyle. In order to lose weight we must burn more calories than we consume. Therefore, exercise is a major contributor to weight loss.

Exercising can also help prevent diseases. Heart disease and diabetes can be averted by routine exercise. HDL Cholesterol, triglyceride and blood pressure levels can all be lowered with regular exercise.

Many people have bought into the lie that diet and diet pills are the answer. While a proper diet is important to your overall fitness level, regular exercise is imperative in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. There is no trend diet or special pill that can replace good old fashioned exercise.

Exercise not only benefits your body but, it also benefits your mind. Those who stick to their exercise routine have shown an increase in their endorphin levels. As a result they are less likely to become depressed.

Serotonin levels have also shown an increase during regular exercise. Serotonin aids in decreased depression. Those who exercise also experience increased energy. Increased energy translates a more productive lifestyle at work and at home.

Ones self esteem can also receive a boost from regular exercise. If you look better, you naturally feel better. A boost in self esteem can lead to better social interactions along with improved relations with you spouse or partner.

There are countless more reasons to exercise. Whatever your reason for exercising; be sure to stick with it. Set up an exercise routine that works with your schedule. All you need to do is select a few exercises that you enjoy. Before you know it you'll be on your way to a happier, healthier lifestyle. That's when you know you have hit the jackpot for a better life! - 16004

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