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How Physical Fitness Can Improve Quality of Life

February 7, 2018

The American Heart Association recommends at least 150 minutes of physical activity every week.

Apart from the medical benefits, there has been evidence that suggests that regular physical activity can enhance the quality of life.

From fighting off diseases to increasing productivity, there are quite a few benefits to exercising and physical fitness. We at Well Life Family Medicine have outlined a few. Read on:

It Mitigates Depression

Surely, a few sprints cannot solve deeper emotional problems; regular physical activity can liven up the mood.

Aerobic exercises can lead to a release of positive hormones that can relieve stress and make a person feel good.

What’s more, all exercises involve rhythmic muscle contractions. This leads to the release of a neurotransmitter called serotonin. Serotonin is responsible for warding off negative feelings.

It Leads to Improved Sex Life

Regular physical activity and exercises can not only improve the sex drive, but can also enhance performance.

A research carried out by Harvard health professionals showed that men who exercised for 30 minutes a day were 41% less likely to experience erectile dysfunction than men who had inactive lives.

Not just men, the research also showed that cycling for just 20 minutes every day could enhance women’s sexual drive by around 169 percent.

It Enhances Sleep

Exercising can significantly improve the quality of sleep. Not only does it lead to better sleep, it helps you fall asleep quicker as well.

It also allows the person to remain in deep sleep state for a longer period of time. Deep sleep is a crucial part of the body’s repair mechanism.

It Improves Cognitive Function

Physical activity enhances blood flow to the brain that stimulates the brain and leads to better brain functioning.

People who regularly exercise are more likely to maintain mental acuity as they age. Out of all the exercises, aerobic exercises have been found to improve cognitive sharpness.

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It Leads to Increased Energy

Exercising regularly helps you maintain vitality and mobility. From metabolism to muscle function, it helps people have good energy levels as they age.

It Can Prolong Life Expectancy

Finally, adequate physical activity can enhance a person’s life expectancy. An hour of exercise everyday can increase around two hours of life expectancy. This is true even if the person starts exercising in his/her middle age. Simpler exercises, such as brisk walking, can also help.

We at Well Life Family Medicine are a family medicine clinic that provides high-quality health care by combining both conventional and alternative medicine approaches. Using an integrative family medicine philosophy, our health professionals offer incredible health services.              

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