Did you know?

Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. It can help:

• Control your weight

• Lower your risk of heart disease

• Lower your risk for type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome

• Lower your risk of some cancers

• Strengthen your bones and muscles

• Improve your mental health and mood

• Improve your ability to do daily activities and prevent falls, if you’re an older adult

• Increase your chances of living longer

• Fitting regular exercise into your daily schedule may seem difficult at first. But even ten minutes at a time is fine. The key is to find the right exercise for you. It should be fun and should match your abilities.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention