Name the possible benefits that accrue in physical
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. Brain
Exercise has been shown to ease anxiety, improve mood and fight depression. It promotes the release of a mood-lifting brain chemical called serotonin and the release of endorphins, natural feel-good painkilling substances. Exercise also improves cognitive function and decreases risk of dementia.
We have used the terms physical activity and exercise interchangeably here, as both will have beneficial effects on the body if done regularly.
Physical activity is the term used to describe any kind of everyday activity where the body’s movement burns calories. Examples would be sweeping the yard, walking the dog, vacuuming, and walking upstairs.
Exercise is a form of physical activity. Exercise usually describes a pre-planned physical activity that involves a series of repetitive movements that are performed to strengthen or develop a particular part of the body, including the cardiovascular system. Examples of exercise would be playing tennis, running, cycling, walking, swimming or rowing.
1. Brain
Exercise has been shown to ease anxiety, improve mood and fight depression. It promotes the release of a mood-lifting brain chemical called serotonin and the release of endorphins, natural feel-good painkilling substances. Exercise also improves cognitive function (ability to process thoughts) and decreases the risk of dementia.
2. Skin
Moderate exercise stimulates circulation and so brings oxygen and nutrients to the skin. Sweating, which is increased by exercise, allows the body to excrete wastes via the surface of the skin.
3. Lungs
Regular exercise increases lung capacity and strengthens the respiratory muscles. Exercise also reduces risk of lung cancer.
4. Heart
Regular exercise strengthens and builds the heart muscle so it pumps more effectively.
Regular physical activity or exercise reduces your chance of getting heart disease.
5. Breasts
Regular exercise has been shown to reduce women’s risk of developing breast cancer.