Getting Creative!

Hey everyone! If you have not noticed, my post lately have been colorful and designed much more in depth than usual. This is because I am creating a "Fitness Book" for each of the participant's in my "Give Me 5" Program to take home with them after our program. While I continue to work on my book during the next few weeks I will continue to share my information on my blog; and of course the pages are designed with color and character for the book! =) Here are some of the many reasons you should get active with cardiovascular activity today!

Why is Cardiovascular Exercise Important? 

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends aerobic exercise, or cardio, for all healthy adults and children. They recommend at least 30 minutes or more of moderate-intensity activity on most days of the week.

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Heart Health – The American Heart Association declares physical inactivity to be a major risk factor for heart disease. Regular aerobic exercise can strengthen the heart and help improve its efficiency. A stronger heart will be able to pump more blood with fewer heartbeats. Regular aerobic exercise also increases capillary development. An increase in capillaries allows oxygen to reach vital cells in case of blocked or damaged arteries in the body. This ability of oxygen to be rerouted through different capillaries can help prevent heart disease and stroke.

Cancer Prevention – Many studies show that regular exercise stimulates cell growth and can actually help block cancer causing free radicals from developing in the body.

Mental Health – Exercise helps stimulate brain cells and releasing “feel good” endorphins into the blood. Exercise can give you a temporary “feel good high” and help enhance mood and mental alertness!

Weight Control - The American College of Sports Medicine has found that regular aerobic exercise is an important factor in sustaining significant weight loss and preventing weight gain. Controlling weight through healthy eating habits and regular aerobic exercise is an important way to prevent obesity, which is a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, cancers, high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes.

Thank you to www.livestrong.com for helpful information and motivation!