Most people know that they should exercise, but sometimes they lose sight of why it's so important. The Surgeon General reports that physical activity can have several positive benefits for women:
•Reduces the risk of dying from coronary heart disease and of developing high blood pressure, colon cancer and diabetes.
•Helps maintain healthy bones, muscles and joints.
•Helps control weight, build lean muscle and reduce body fat.
•Helps control joint swelling and pain associated with arthritis.
•May enhance the effect of estrogen replacement therapy in decreasing bone loss after menopause.
•Reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression and fosters improvements in mood and feelings of well-being.
•Can help reduce blood pressure in some women with hypertension.
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