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Exercise for Life….

February 4, 2008

Go to fullsize imageHarvard News Letter: The HelathBeat just came out with an article solely devoted to the benefits of exercise.  This post is just a reminder to all that exercise is good for the health not only to prevent disease but to live long and enjoy a better life:

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Exercise at a glance

This is what exercise can do:

  • reduce your chances of getting heart disease. For those who already have heart disease, exercise reduces the chances of dying from it.
  • lower your risk of developing hypertension and diabetes.
  • reduce your risk for colon cancer and some other forms of cancer.
  • improve your mood and mental functioning.
  • keep your bones strong and joints healthy.
  • help you maintain a healthy weight.
  • help you maintain your independence well into your later years.

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It’s a matter of taking time to do it and the willingness to do it! 

Because in Health … There is NO Shortcut!