Why physical activity matters
- Physical activity helps to prevent energy loss and weight gain. Inactivity reduces one's ability to deal with stress and serious health conditions.
- An increase in physical activity leads to a decrease in health care costs. Daily physical activity can prevent unhealthy weight gain and reduces the risk of diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.
- Physically active people are healthier. This benefits everyone: you, your family, your friends and your co-workers.
- Physically active people report that they feel more balanced and have a better emotional state of mind.
