Establishing an exercise habit takes at least several weeks. Success comes in small steps. Walking requires no training, can be done anywhere, requires only a comfortable pair of shoes, and is good for the young as well as the old. Walking a a great stress-reliever, plus it inspires creative thoughts and better brain activity. Weight bearing and resistance-type exercise helps stress and strengthen bones to reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
Exercise helps break down restrictive side chains, providing more flexibility and range of motion.
Heart Health Exercise helps massage blood vessels to maintain elasticity. Exercise increases heart volume, heart pumping capacity, total body oxygen capacity, total body oxygen consumption and cardiovascular endurance. Exercise reduces resting heart rate and helps maintain heart rate ability. Exercise can improve maximum ventilation under stress. Exercise helps maintain metabolism.