Prolonged elevations of LDLs in the blood increase the chances of these fats to become fastened to the interior walls of your arteries and impede the flow of blood. A regular exercise program can help you raise your HDL cholesterol and also lower your triglyceride levels. This will decrease your risk of atherosclerosis which is the main cause of heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension. Strengthen your bones - Osteoporosis is a condition of bone loss that thins your bones making them more brittle and more prone to fracture. Preventive measures such as adequate calcium and vitamin D intake, maintaining a balanced diet, not smoking and exercising can help slow or even halt bone loss.
Bones are similar to muscles in that they shrink from inactivity and benefit from exercise.
Improve your mental health - The positive effects of exercise are both psychological and biological. Exercise has been shown to improve self image, enhance feelings of well being and increase tolerance to everyday stress. It can reduce depression and anxiety. You can boost your self confidence by improving your fitness level and your appearance. Cardiovascular exercise can increase your energy level, improve your sleep and stimulate the release of endorphins - hormones that can produce feelings of euphoria, reduce the sensation of pain and create a state of peacefulness in some people.