The Importance of Exercise

Don’t skip that workout. Forming exercise habits has more health benefits than you’d think.

BY TAYLOR HUGO

 
 

The Importance of Exercise

Don’t skip that workout. Forming exercise habits has more health benefits than you’d think.

BY TAYLOR HUGO

 

Beyond a nutritious diet filled with fruits, vegetables, protein and whole grains, getting enough physical activity is an equally crucial part of leading a healthy lifestyle. According to the American Heart Association, we should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity every week, whether it be brisk walking, dancing, tennis—even gardening. Whatever you choose, the key is making it stick, because the importance of exercise extends beyond a smaller number on the scale.        

 

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Benefits of Exercise

scaleExercise impacts your weight. Whether you’re trying to lose weight, maintain your physique or gain muscle, the calories you burn from cardio and weight-lifting impact the number on the scale.

Exercise wards off serious health conditions and diseases, including heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, dementia and cancer.

moodExercise improves your mood. The brain chemicals that are stimulated when you exercise lead to fewer symptoms of depression and anxiety, plus an increase in relaxation and self-esteem.

sleepExercise leads to better sleep. Fall asleep faster and sleep deeper thanks to exercise, which can improve insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea.    

energyExercise boosts energy. Maybe you’ve heard the saying “energy begets energy.” It may seem counterintuitive, but this basically means that by exerting energy to exercise, you’ll feel more energized in return because of the oxygen and nutrients that are delivered to your cardiovascular system during physical activity.

 

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Ready to get moving? A boost of caffeine can help you during a workout. Studies have shown that caffeine can significantly improve exercise performance, focus and even fat burning. A Bang Energy drink offers a big boost, 300 mg of caffeine per can, plus ingredients like CoQ10 and essential amino acids, which improve exercise performance, and a patented Super Creatine for strength and muscle recovery.

 

exercise

Benefits of Exercise

scaleExercise impacts your weight. Whether you’re trying to lose weight, maintain your physique or gain muscle, the calories you burn from cardio and weight-lifting impact the number on the scale.

Exercise wards off serious health conditions and diseases, including heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, dementia and cancer.

moodExercise improves your mood. The brain chemicals that are stimulated when you exercise lead to fewer symptoms of depression and anxiety, plus an increase in relaxation and self-esteem.

sleepExercise leads to better sleep. Fall asleep faster and sleep deeper thanks to exercise, which can improve insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea.    

energyExercise boosts energy. Maybe you’ve heard the saying “energy begets energy.” It may seem counterintuitive, but this basically means that by exerting energy to exercise, you’ll feel more energized in return because of the oxygen and nutrients that are delivered to your cardiovascular system during physical activity.

Tips for Forming Exercise Habits

1. Find something you enjoy. You won’t be motivated to get to the gym if weight-lifting isn’t your thing. Exercise includes a variety of activities, including dancing, biking, running, tennis, swimming and more.

2. Start slow. If you’ve been sedentary for years or decades, don’t try to achieve 150 minutes of exercise per week right away. Aim for smaller goals and work your way up.

3. Sit less. Any amount of movement is better than none. If you’re prone to sitting most of the time, try taking a five- to 10-minute walk a couple times per day. It adds up!

4. Stick with it. Change won’t happen overnight. Research from the European Journal of Social Psychology says it takes 66 days to form a new habit, so keep going!

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Tips for Forming Exercise Habits

1. Find something you enjoy. You won’t be motivated to get to the gym if weight-lifting isn’t your thing. Exercise includes a variety of activities, including dancing, biking, running, tennis, swimming and more.

2. Start slow. If you’ve been sedentary for years or decades, don’t try to achieve 150 minutes of exercise per week right away. Aim for smaller goals and work your way up.

3. Sit less. Any amount of movement is better than none. If you’re prone to sitting most of the time, try taking a five- to 10-minute walk a couple times per day. It adds up!

4. Stick with it. Change won’t happen overnight. Research from the European Journal of Social Psychology says it takes 66 days to form a new habit, so keep going!

 

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