Physical Activity and Health

The health benefits of physical activity have been widely researched and show that regular physical activity can help reduce your risk for several diseases and health conditions and improve your overall quality of life.

Physical activity helps to manage and control:

• weight (and body fat)
• high blood pressure
• cholesterol levels
• heart disease, including angina
• type 2 diabetes
• joint and bone problems, such as arthritis.

And helps prevent illness by reducing the risk of:

• heart disease and stroke
• some cancers (such as colon cancer)
• osteoporosis (thinning of the bones)

And it also:

• boosts energy levels
• helps improve muscle mass, tone and strength
• maintains stronger bones and muscles
• helps you relax and reduce stress
• maintains joint mobility and suppleness
• improves cognitive skills such as concentration, memory and reaction time