Not exact matches
Health
benefits associated with regular
physical activity include protection from
cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and different types
of cancer.
Beyond the obvious
cardiovascular, mood, and weight management
benefits of regular exercise, moderate
physical activity can improve our antibody response to infections.
4 Thompson, P.D., et al. «Exercise and
physical activity in the prevention and treatment
of atherosclerotic
cardiovascular disease a statement... continue Regular exercise such as running increases Brain Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF), which regulates the development and plasticity
of the central nervous system, although the
benefit may be lower in women compared with men.
Childhood
physical activity is associated with multiple health
benefits, including the promotion
of a healthy weight, bone health, social development, cognitive function and self - esteem [1], as well as lower risk
of developing future obesity, diabetes and
cardiovascular disease risk factors [2, 3].