| Physical Benefits |
Related Benefits |
Mental Health Benefits |
Related Benefits |
| Improved Cardiovascular fitness |
Stronger heart muscle
Lower heart rate
Lower blood pressure
Improved circulation
Improved coronary circulation
Reduced chance of heart attack
Increased chance of surviving a heart attack
Increased oxygen carrying capacity of the blood
Resistance to atherosclerosis
Reduced emotional outbursts
Increased HDL
Reduced LDL (blood fat) |
Reduction in mental tension |
Relief of depression
Improved sleep habits
Fewer stress symptoms
Ability to enjoy leisure
Increased productivity (work-related) |
| Greater lean body mass and less body fat |
Increased efficiency (work related)
Less susceptibility to disease
Improved appearance
Reduced obesity-related emotional issues |
Increased social interactions |
Quality of life improves |
| Improved strength and muscular endurance |
Increased efficiency (work related)
Reduction of muscular injury
Reduces lower back injury
Athletic skill ability improvement
Athletic performance improvement
Ability to respond to emergencies improvement |
Fatigue symptoms decrease |
Increased enjoyment of leisure activities
Quality of life enhanced
Better coping skills relating to stressors |
| Improved flexibility |
Increased efficiency (work related)
Reduction of muscular injury
Reduction of joint injury
Reduces lower back injury & problems
Athletic skill ability improvement
Athletic performance improvement |
Successful experiences increased |
Improved self-image/concept
Recognize & acceptance of limitations |
| Other health benefits of exercise any physical activity |
Increase in life expectancy
Quicker recovery time
Decreased chance of adult-onset diabetes
Reduced chances of osteoporosis
Bone density may increase
Reduced risk of certain cancers |
Improved physical fitness |
Sense of well-being improves
Improved self-image/concept
Improved appearance |
