We all know exercise burns fat, tones and builds muscle right ?
We all know your heart becomes healthier, you can run for a bus without getting out of breath ?
What else actually goes on inside when we exercise regularly ?
BENEFIT 1- We are happier and reduce risk of depression
This is a massive benefit as mental health is arguably more important than physical health. Having a happy, clear mind makes everything in life better. Our work performance, family life, sex life and sense of wellbeing all increase by regular exercise. Studies have shown that regular exercise reduces our risk of depression and reduces anxiety and stress too which are very prevalent in modern lives.
BENEFIT 2 – Reduced risk of diabetes
Alongside dietary changes the biggest reversal and preventative measure for diabetes id regular strength & cardiovascular training. Regular strength training is known to increase insulin sensitivity and cardio training helps burn of excess sugars floating around and increased muscle tissue reduces risk factors also.
BENEFIT 3 – Reduced risk of osteoporosis
Brittle / weakened bones is a major cause of death in the elderly when it comes to falls. A lot can be done to prevent this in early life and also even in our later years by regular resistance / strength training. Doing exercises like squats, deadlifts, presses etc can have a massive difference on bone density / strength.
BENEFIT 4 – Better sex life
Regular training including strength training increases testosterone and growth hormone. These 2 keep us feeling younger and keep the sex drive firmly in top gear !!!!. As we age both these decline and through regular exercise we can increase these levels. Also as we look better naked we often psychologically feel more sexy and want more sexy time…….
BENEFIT 5 – Better sleep
quality sleep affects mental performance, happiness, sex drive, hormone levels, body composition and pretty much everything so getting 6-9 hours quality sleep per night is essential. Working our body physically hard and reducing stress helps our body rest at night. physical tiredness helps aid deep sleep as the mind knows to relax and regenerate.
So there you go, 5 major hidden benefits of exercise you may not have known, to join our gym simply CLICK HERE to register