We all know that we should undertake exercise regularly, but what exactly are the benefits? Exercise:
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Elevates your metabolism so that you burn more calories everyday.
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Increases your aerobic capacity (fitness level).
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Maintains, tones, and strengthens your muscle. Exercise also increases your muscular endurance.
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Increases the oxidation (breakdown and use) of fat.
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Increases HDL (good) cholesterol.
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Makes the heart a more efficient pump by increasing stroke volume.
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Increases hemoglobin concentration in your blood.
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Decreases the tendency of the blood to clot in the blood vessels.
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Increases the strength of the bones.
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Enlarges the arteries that supply blood to the heart.
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Decreases blood levels of triglycerides (fat).
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Improves control of blood sugar.
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Increases the thickness of cartilage in joints which has a protective effect on the joints.
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Increases the amount of blood that flows to the skin making it look and feel healthier.
