Exercise is one of the most important elements of a healthy lifestyle. It's fundamental to lose and maintain an appropriate weight. And in many studies, exercise has been shown to lower blood pressure, help cholesterol levels, prevent certain cancers, and improve self-image and mood. Exercise has numerous health benefits. It treats depression.
Exercise is particularly effective for reducing the risk of heart disease.
When you exercise, the heart beats faster and squeezes more effectively so that when you're resting, your heart beats slower because it's stronger. The heart becomes more effective each time it pumps so it doesn't have to beat as fast. However, not everyone should begin a stringent exercise program without first being evaluated by a physician. And if you're over 40 and haven't been to the doctor in 20 years they need to be screened for all kinds of things, not just heart disease. At the end of the session, Dr. Saff-Koche can prescribe an exercise program that's right for you.