Five Great Reasons Why You Need To Exercise

Here’s an article by Carolyn Hansen, author of  Hot Metabolism.
I thought you would enjoy it:

Five Great Reasons Why You Need To Exercise

"The merits of a regular proper exercise program that builds and maintains your muscular system are wide reaching. From preventing chronic health conditions to promoting weight loss and all round physical, mental and emotional health. To feel better, have more energy to even living longer - look no further than intentional exercise.

These benefits are accessible to everyone regardless of age or physical ability. We all know that exercise is very good for us yet only six out of ten adults have a regular exercise program in place. If you yourself need more convincing lets look at specific ways exercise can improve your life.

1.) The strengthening of muscles - Once we get past our twenties we lose muscle tissue at the rate of one half pound per year unless we work at keeping it. This loss can tip us into a slow downward spiral of declining health. Muscle strength is the number one bio market of the aging process. Keep your strength and you will keep accelerated and premature aging at bay.

2.) The strengthening of bones - As our muscles are attached to our bones if you don't work your muscles you cannot keep your bones strong. Without work they will weaken, become thinner and more brittle and the risk of osteoporosis increases.