We all know that leading an active lifestyle is good for us. If you participate in regular moderate physical activity, you can expect to enjoy numerous health and social benefits, including:
• reduced risk of heart disease and stroke
• reduced risk of developing high blood pressure
• reduced blood pressure in people who already have high blood pressure
• prevention of some cancers
• reduced risk of becoming overweight
• reduced risk of developing diabetes and prevention and treatment of non-insulin dependent diabetes - it has been estimated that 30 to 50 percent of new cases of type 2 diabetes could be prevented by appropriate physical levels of activity
• better bone and muscle development and prevention of osteoporosis
• improved muscle flexibility, strength and
endurance
• reduced risk of dying prematurely
• reduced risk of falling, and improved mobility and strength for older adult
