The Impact of Physical Activity on Your Health

Regular physical activity can produce long-term health benefits. It can help:

Prevent chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and stroke (the three leading health-related causes of death)
Control weight
Make your muscles stronger
Reduce fat
Promote strong bone, muscle, and joint development
Condition heart and lungs
Build overall strength and endurance
Improve sleep
Decrease potential of becoming depressed
Increase your energy and self-esteem
Relieve stress
Increase your chances of living longer

When you are not physically active, you are more at risk for: