WHY YOU SHOULD

EXERCISE BY: AU S T I N K E I T H

DID YOU KNOW?• According to the Department of Human and Health Services

and the Center for Disease Control..

You need : at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity

or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity a week to be healthy

But.. 80 % of American’s do not get the recommended amount of physical activity each week

EXERCISE HELPS MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH • As an ACE Certified Personal

Trainer I see the health benefits of physical activity daily. These benefits are not just physical but mental as well.

• Physical activity can be for everyone and it is the key to mental and physical health !

INCORPORATE EXERCISE TO:• live a healthy life and • Reduce potential risks of sedentary

lifestyles. • Increase brain power• The recommendation of physical activity

is just over 2 hours a week (the time it takes to watch your favorite movie )

WHAT ARE THE RISKS?Increase chance of..Heart disease

Stroke

Obesity

Obesity related diseases and disorders • Type II Diabetes, Metabolic syndrome ,Insulin

Resistance

Depression and stress

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS? Mood & energy

Confidence

Cognition

Immunity

Sleep

STRESS

SMALL CHANGES , BIG RESULTS! 1. Start slow, build up momentum over time

2. Drive less, walk more 3. Time management 4. Workout with a friend or in group classes 5. Implement exercise into daily activities at home

ALTERNATIVES TO TRADITIONAL EXERCISE • Sports • Biking • Swimming • Hiking • Dance • Yoga

OVERVIEW

“Low fitness stood out by far as the single strongest predictor of death—more powerful even than obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and smoking. ?

SOURCES

• CDC Physical activity guidelines 2008 https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/basics/

• DHH physical activity statistics : http://www.hhs.gov/• http://daystofitness.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/benefits-of-regular-

exercise.jpg• https://www.goodreads.com/work/quotes/23906934-the-exercise-cure-a-

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