10 reasons to exercise

At this point, practically no one disputes that eating well and exercising are two fundamental pillars of good health. In other words, a sedentary lifestyle and poor nutrition are at the root of many of the diseases we suffer from. And eating well includes both what we get through our diet and what we get through supplements. Of course, there will always be approaches that deviate somewhat from the norm. You may have heard this before: "I run about 10 km every day, so I can eat whatever I want." Or perhaps you know someone who goes from bed to car, from car to office chair, from office chair to sofa, and from sofa to bed. And back again. Generally, nothing is good in excess, nor is it good in deficiency. Exercising every day doesn't give us the right to live on processed pastries, since in the medium term, and after undergoing the relevant tests, we might find that we're not in the best physiological condition. In any case, it is already more than proven that sedentary behavior is related to numerous health problems, so doing physical exercise regularly is essential in our daily lives. If you haven't yet taken the plunge, here are ten reasons that might motivate you: 1) Numerous studies have linked physical exercise to a lower risk of developing cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, diabetes, and cancer. 2) Physical exercise helps reduce stress and anxiety. It can also improve your mood. 3) Exercise helps with weight loss. While cardio is often the first thing that comes to mind, it's also very important to incorporate some simple strength training. Strength training also helps with weight loss and contributes to the prevention of sarcopenia and other muscle and even bone health problems. 4) Depending on the type of exercise, it can help correct posture, improve certain back problems, and enhance overall flexibility. Back problems and spinal injuries currently affect many people. Pilates and yoga can be two good options in this case. 5) Exercise can help improve coordination, reaction time, and balance, helping you stay agile and avoid potential falls or injuries caused by stumbles, clumsiness, lack of reflexes, and the like. 6) It helps strengthen bones and prevent osteoporosis. Again, strength training plays a crucial role here. 7) It helps improve stamina. With all that this implies: Can't keep up with your children or grandchildren when they're playing? Do you get exhausted just from going shopping? Do you give up on more adventurous plans with your family or friends because you don't feel "fit" enough? By exercising regularly, you'll be more than ready for any plan they suggest. 8) It gives you extra energy. For everything mentioned in the previous point or anything else you can think of. You not only need the stamina to endure, but also the energy to get going. 9) It helps improve your mental performance. More and more studies are linking physical exercise to greater intellectual capacity: better memory, increased attention span, and the ability to maintain concentration for longer periods. 10) It helps strengthen the immune system. Exercise has been proven to help strengthen defenses, but it's important to note that exercise can also accelerate cellular oxidation. Therefore, beyond certain levels of training intensity, using an antioxidant can be as important as taking recovery supplements, protein formulas, or specific vitamins and minerals.