Exersi For Life

Exercise for Life
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Michigan Avenue Athletic Club
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Introduction
The benefits of regular exercise cannot be overstated. Studies have shown that people who exerciseregularly live longer, are healthier, and enjoy a better quality of life than those who do not exercise. It is now generally accepted knowledge that even moderate physical activity performed regularlyimproves the health and well-being of all individuals.
Despite this knowledge, studies show that more than 60% of American adults are not regularly active and that an astonishing 25% of adults are notactive at all. Therefore, the government recommends that schools and communities provide education to promote exercise to people of all ages.
This report has been prepared for Michigan AvenueAthletic Club in order to help spread the word on the importance of physical activity for the health of our members. It is meant as an introduction only. For more information about the health benefits ofexercise, or about a particular type of exercise program, please contact any member of our staff. He or she will be happy to help you find the information you need.
The Impact on Your Health
It isbelieved that lack of physical activity and poor diet taken together are the second largest underlying cause of death in the United States. Studies show that even the most inactive people can gainsignificant health benefits if they accumulate 30 minutes or more of physical activity per day. Some of the known benefits of exercise include disease prevention and control, weight control, and improvedmental health.
Exercise can also have an impact on your lifestyle as well. Getting out to exercise may improve your social life by giving you an opportunity to meet new people. It may open upopportunities for your career as well. For example, it is commonly believed that a lot of business is conducted on the golf course or tennis court!
Disease Control
Daily physical activity can help prevent...