Exercise: Your Good Health Is Counting On It
Did you know that everything that gets you moving can and will contribute to your health - from walking to a
high-intensity aerobics class?
Research shows that regular exercise can lower the risk of coronary heart disease, stroke, non-insulin-dependent
(type 2) diabetes mellitus, high blood pressure and certain cancers. And exercise helps people manage a great
number of other health issues, including depression and anxiety, arthritis, osteoporosis and maybe even dementia.
Experts say that it may even help slow the aging process. And it makes you feel good!
The International Health, Racquet and Sports club Association (IHRSA), the nonprofit association for the fitness
industry, reminds people that any physical activity is better than none. The health benefits from physical activity
are cumulative. The most important thing is getting started. So get moving-whether that means taking the stairs,
parking farther out or walking on a treadmill. Newcomers to physical activity should start slowly and gradually
work up to exercising for longer periods of time.
For many Americans, taking those first steps toward building the exercise habit can be difficult and
intimidating. So during the month of May, participating health clubs will open their doors for several days to the
public, free of charge, so more Americans can benefit from the safe, supportive, and enjoyable environments that
health clubs offer. It's part of the IHRSA-organized Get Active America! program to encourage more Americans to
exercise for their health.
Whether you're a senior, a mid-lifer, a 20-something or a teen, there's a health club that can provide you with
the support you need to create a workable exercise routine that fits your life. There's a network of professionals
across the country eager to help.
Remember: It's never too late, and it's never too little to enjoy the benefits of exercise. Do it for your
health!
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