Basically, there are three types of exercises.

Cardio or aerobics which elevates your heart rate and burn calories. This includes activities such as walking, jogging, running, swimming and dancing, anything that makes you breathe harder.


Strength training which builds muscle density and ultimately helps burn calories by raising your metabolism. Without muscle mass, we're left with bad backs, weaker bones, softer bellies, lower energy levels and lower metabolism.


Stretching is also important to increase flexibility, improve posture and avoid injury. What many may not know is stretching before an exercise is as important as stretching after a workout.

Ideally, you should do 30 minutes of cardio 3 times a week, strength training 2 times a week and stretching 2 times a week. Or you can combine all three for a full workout 3 times a week.

More Facts on the Importance of Exercise

People who are physically active have a much lower risk of developing chronic illnesses such as heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and certain cancers


Regular exercise can help the elderly avoid disability


Expecting mothers who do not exercise regularly have more complications during and after pregnancy


Exercise elevates your mood, making you and those around you happier. People no longer cross the street when you approach!


Physical activity after menopause reduces breast cancer risk


Exercise improves your confidence level and raises your self esteem


Exercising regularly makes you eat less by suppressing appetite hormones


Exercise can reduce nicotine cravings for those who are trying to quit smoking

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