Benefits of regular physical activity for women over 40
Everyone benefits from exercise, regardless of age. You’ll feel better, have more energy and even add years to your life. The health benefits of regular exercise and physical activity are obvious.
Exercise and physical activity give you a chance to unwind, enjoy the outdoors or simply engage in activities that make you happy. Physical activity can also help you connect with family or friends in a fun social setting. You may also feel better about your appearance and yourself when you exercise regularly, which can boost your confidence and improve your self-esteem.
Here are 5 out of many benefits of exercising:
ü Exercise combats health conditions and diseases - Exercise can prevent high blood pressure, increase lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, the "good" cholesterol, and lower unhealthy triglycerides, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, and more. Regular exercise helps prevent or treat many health problems and concerns, not only physical including stroke, diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, etc. but also mental including depression, anxiety, etc. Physical activity stimulates various brain chemicals that may leave you feeling happier, more relaxed and less anxious.
ü Exercise controls weight - Exercise can help you lose weight by burning calories. The more intense the activity, the more calories you burn. I don't like going to the gym, I spend as much time as possible outside, breathing fresh air in natural light, ideally in the sun. Don't worry if you don't have much time to exercise every day. Any amount of activity is better than none.
ü Exercise boosts energy - Regular physical activity can improve your muscle strength and boost your endurance. Exercise delivers oxygen and nutrients to your tissues and helps your cardiovascular system work more efficiently.
ü Exercise promotes better sleep - Regular physical activity can help you fall asleep faster, get better sleep and deepen your sleep. Just don't exercise too close to bedtime as you will be too energized to go to sleep.
ü Exercise puts the spark back into your sex life - Regular physical activity can improve energy levels and increase your confidence about your physical appearance, which may boost your sex life.
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, have chronic health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes or arthritis.