Exercise is a very important element for everyone to implement into their daily routine. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, only 22.9% of adults meet the recommended 150 minutes of moderate physical
activity or 75 minutes of vigorous physical activity per week. Exercise is extremely important for not only everyone's physical health, but also their mental health.
It is very important for people's health to stay in good physical shape and the physical benefits of exercise are astounding. Exercise will help control body weight, reduce the risk of diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and even some forms of cancer, help manage your blood sugar and insulin levels, strengthen your bones and muscles, and increases your chances of living longer.
It is also very important for people to take care of their mental health, and exercise is a great way to do so. Not only does physical activity improve your mood, but it also helps keep your thinking, learning, and judgement skills sharp as you age, improves your quality of sleep, and raises your self esteem and resilience. It also helps with depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, and PTSD and trauma. In short, if people want to dramtically improve their quality of life, they should begin exercises as part of their daily routine, the benefits will far outway the hard work required.