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Thursday
16Oct2008

How Regular Exercises Can Reduce Stress?

Exercise is one of simplest and most effective means of stress reduction. Whether you prefer jogging or a gentle swim, yoga, golf or a brisk walk in the park, we all feel better after some exercise.

Exercise not only improves your health and reduces stress caused by unfitness; it also relaxes tense muscles and helps you to sleep.

Benefits of exercise:

Physical Benefits

-Increases general circulation
-Improves muscle strength and tone
-Improves cardiovascular function
-Elevates metabolism and helps to burn more calories; increases the oxidation of fat.
-Improves bone density
-Maintains normal function after an injury
-Improves level of fitness and stamina
improves " body composition "through muscle gain and fat loss
-Increases the amount of oxygen available to body tissues

Psychological Benefits


-Lifts mood
-Improves self-awareness
-Reduces stress and anxiety
-Reduces mild/moderate depression
-Improves self esteem
-Increases confidence
-Reduces aggression

Take Action:

Get your personal trainer.

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