One of the best things you can do for your health is to get fit and to stay fit. There are so many benefits of physical activity and exercise. We all know this, but if you needed a few extra reasons to get started, you can know that staying fit also helps keep you young and spry.
Here are five reasons why staying fit will keep you young (and healthy).
1. Bone Density Increases
Exercise, especially the weight bearing kind, is one sure way to strengthen your bones. Don’t worry, you don’t have to lift 50 pound weights, just talking a walk, going dancing or working in the garden qualifies.
2. Metabolism Increases
If you want to avoid the mid life spread, one sure way to do it is with exercise. Not only does it burn extra calories, but it also increases your metabolism. As your muscle mass increases, it will use more calories and absorb nutrients more efficiently, even when you are resting.
3. Risk of Falls Decreases
When your muscles are fit you are less likely to fall. You’ve been practicing your balance too when you exercise, so your muscles have gotten used to acting quickly to keep you stable. If you want to avoid broken bones and sprains, start exercising!
4. Positive Mood Increases
Exercise can reduce depression and lift your self esteem. You can avoid the association of being older and cantankerous. Instead, feel young and sunny. Your mental and social well-being will benefit when you are fit.
5. Independence Increases
When you are physically fit, you will maintain your ability to function even into old age. Older folks who exercise regularly can avoid becoming disabled, according to studies. The more you use it the less likely you will lose it. And, the more you use it, the less likely it will seem to have worn out.