They often have poor circulation, weak muscles, shortness of breath, and loss of bone mass. Depression can also be a problem. Women who regularly walk, jog, swim, bike, dance, or perform some other aerobic activity can more easily circumvent these problems and also achieve higher HDL cholesterol levels. Studies show that women performing aerobic activity or muscle-strength training reduced mortality from cardio vascular disease and cancer. Lack of Exercise Makes You Susceptible to Osteoporosis Lack of exercise affects bone health too.
Bones diminish in size and strength with disuse.
Exercise stimulates the cells responsible for generating new bone to work overtime. Research studies have shown that bone tissue lost from lack of use can be rebuilt with weight-bearing activity. Studies of athletes show they have greater bone mass compared to non-athletes at the sites related to their sport. In postmenopausal women, moderate exercise preserves bone mass in the spine helping reduce the risk of fractures. As A Mental Tonic Regular exercise may also have a significant effect on our mental agility by increasing the amount of oxygen supplied to the brain.