North County Water & Sports Therapy Center - April 2022

Have You Heard? Movement Is Medicine April Is Move More Month Benefits of exercise and physical activity

• Exercise helps control weight. Exercise can help prevent excess weight gain or help maintain weight loss. According to the Arthritis Foundation, for every pound you lose, you reduce the pressure on your knees by 4 pounds. • Exercise combats health conditions and diseases Regular exercise helps prevent or manage many health problems and concerns, including:

• Exercise boosts energy Regular physical activity can improve your muscle strength, boost your endurance, and deliver oxygen and nutrients to your tissues. This helps your cardiovascular system work more efficiently, providing you with more energy. • Exercise promotes better sleep Struggling to snooze? Regular physical activity can help you fall asleep faster, get better sleep, and deepen your sleep Remember to check with your doctor before starting a new exercise program, especially if you have any concerns about your fitness, haven’t exercised for a long time, or have chronic health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes or arthritis.

1. Stroke 2. Metabolic syndrome 3. High blood pressure 4. Type 2 diabetes 5. Depression

6. Anxiety 7. Many types of cancer 8. Arthritis 9. Falls

• Exercise improves mood Physical activity stimulates various brain chemicals that may leave you feeling happier, more relaxed, less anxious, and more confident.

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