3. Risks of NOT Exercising
• 250,000 people die prematurely every year due
to lack of physical activity.
• Many diseases stem from a inactive lifestyle:
high blood pressure, cancer, diabetes, & many
musculoskeletal conditions.
• Being sedentary increases the risk of a heart
attack or stroke by the same amount as
smoking.
4. Benefits of Exercising
• Consistent weight control, more strength of muscles
and a better overall quality of life.
• Less likely to suffer a heart attack, compared to
their sedentary counterparts.
• One of the main factors in preventing osteoporosis.
• Controlling chronic conditions, such as asthma and
arthritis, and in lowering the risk of stroke.
• Less likely to die early or to experience major
illnesses, such as diabetes & colon cancer.
• Increase levels of HDL (good cholesterol), lower
high blood pressure, & boost the immune system.
• Increases your lung capacity, intellectual
capacity, & productivity
6. BMI and Impact on
Annual Medical Costs
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
Less than
18.5
18.5 to
24.9
25.0 to
29.9
30.0 to
34.9
35.0 to
39.9
More than
40
MedianMedicalCosts
7. Why Exercise?
• Alleviates stress and depression
• Increases metabolism
• Reduces risk of high blood pressure, heart
disease, diabetes and some cancers
• Lessens the signs of aging
8. Fuel & Fatigue
• Contrary to popular opinion, exercisers rarely need to
eat a special diet. Simply follow healthy eating
guidelines.
• Your body uses the food you eat for exercise in the
following ways:
• Carbohydrates refuel muscles.
• Proteins build muscles.
• Water prevents dehydration.
• Vitamins & minerals help the body recover after
exercise.
9. Natural High
Exercising releases chemicals in the brain, such
as serotonin, that have a strong effect on your
mood, helping reduce anxiety, stress &
depression.
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11. What is the Best Exercise?
• The best exercise is one you will DO! Choose
an activity that you like.
• Begin with less strenuous activities like walking,
swimming or bicycling.
• Choose an exercise that fits with your goals,
lifestyle and limitations.
12. Finding Your Style
• The key to reaching a goal is to find an activity
or activities that you enjoy.
• Try out new sports or activities until you find
what you like.
• Try exercising with a friend.
• Activities that you can do as a family may help
with motivation.
• Try incorporating music with activities such as
dance or aerobics.
• Try exercising in beautiful surroundings
such as a park.
13. How to Incorporate
Examples of everyday activities that count:
• Take the stairs instead of using elevators/escalators.
• For short distances, walk instead of taking the car.
• Park at the far end of parking lots.
• Take your dog for a walk.
• Turn your coffee breaks into walking breaks.
14. How Often Should You Exercise?
• It depends on your goals.
• To notice improvement to your health, exercise
30 minutes a day, 3 or 4 days a week.
