Exercise: Your Return on Investment
Exercise: Your Return on InvestmentPg 1TranscriptThe best investment you can make in your future is in your health. And one of the best ways tomaintain, and even improve your health, is to include exercise in your daily routine.Exercise can speed up your metabolism. Metabolism is the process your body goes through as itchanges the calories in the foods you eat into the fuel your body needs to function. Metabolism iscomplicated. But putting it in simple terms, people with a faster metabolism tend to burn morecalories than people with a slower metabolism.Everyone’s metabolism is different and as you age, your metabolism can slow down. But no matterhow old you are, exercise can help speed up your metabolism, helping you maintain a healthyweight, and when combined with healthy food choices, to lose weight. Not only will you burncalories directly from the exercise you do, but your body will also be able to burn calories moreeasily all the time, even when at rest.Exercise also strengthens your heart and lungs. Your heart is a muscle and like any other muscle,exercise can make it stronger. A healthy heart can help to improve your body’s overall circulation,and reduces your risks of heart disease, vascular disease, stroke and lung disease.Cardiovascular training is the best way to get your heart pumping faster. Try walking, jogging orswimming to get your heart rate up.As you age, the amount of both muscle and bone mass in your body naturally decreases.Exercise, however, can prevent or delay this process.Maintaining strong muscles can protect your body from injury. And maintaining strong bones candelay or prevent Osteoporosis, a common bone disease. Together, strong muscles and bones canhelp make everyday activities easier, and help prevent minor injuries from becoming more serious.Make sure you drink plenty of water before, during, and after you exercise. Staying hydrated willhelp your body during exercise and in the recovery afterward.And finally, regular exercise can also reduce stress and improve your mental health. Many types ofexercise release endorphins, a chemical produced by your body that makes you feel happy. Thiscan reduce stress and give you a more positive outlook on life.A session of stretching can help you relax and unwind.Exercise can also help you fall asleep and stay asleep. Sleep can be a key factor in a positivemood as well as providing many other health benefits. And regular exercise can help you feelbetter about how you look, improving your overall self-esteem and confidence.You are your most important investment. Choose to invest in yourself with an exercise plan. Withregular effort, the payoff is powerful. A healthier metabolism, stronger heart and lungs, bettermuscle and bone strength, a happier, and more relaxed you. You are worth it!This program is for informational purposes only; for all health related issues please contact your healthcareprovider. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of this videofor medical decision making. gn_10212_98 ©Milner-Fenwick, Inc.
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