10. See a doctor regularly for preventive care.
SOURCE: American Academy of Family Physicians
13 reasons why regular exercise matters
There is strong scientific evidence that regular exercise provides many physical and mental benefits. It’s inexpensive and
comes with few side effects. In addition to improved cardiovascular and muscular fitness, consistent moderate exercise
reduces the risk of:
1. Early death.
2. Heart disease.
3. Stroke.
4. Type 2 diabetes.
5. High blood pressure.
6. High cholesterol.
7. Certain cancers (colon, breast and prostate).
8. Weight gain.
9. Depression.
10. Stress.
11. Anxiety.
12. Falling.
13. Osteoporosis.
SOURCES: The Cooper Institute, the U.S. Department