The benefits of aerobic exercise include improved health and the likelihood of a longer life. Although doing aerobic exercise can take significant time and effort, the rewards are well worth it. People need to make getting enough aerobic exercise a top priority in their lives so that time will be found to do it. Effective action plans can help people do the things that are necessary to achieve their aerobic fitness goals.
The Benefits of Aerobic Exercise
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) performing 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise yields the following health benefits:
- control weight
- reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease (heart attack and stroke)
- reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes
- reduce the risk of colon and breast cancers
- strengthen bones help avoid fractures
- improve mental health and mood
- increase chances of living longer and lowering the risk of premature death
Clearly health conscious adults should be interested in obtaining these life-enhancing benefits.