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Exercise Benefits

Exercise is known to contribute enormous benefits to health, and is an important contributor to a healthy lifestyle, alongside a balanced diet.

Just look at this list of health benefits that can be achieved by regular physical activity:
 

  • Overall improvement of body composition (less fat, increased lean muscle mass)

    Better blood glucose control

  • Increase in insulin sensitivity
  • Improvement of blood lipid values (lower LDL ‘bad’ cholesterol, increased HDL ‘good’ cholesterol)
  • Decrease in blood pressure
  • Decrease risk of heart disease
  • Gradual weight loss and/or weight management in combination with dietary management
  • Building stronger muscles and bones

 

Did You Know?
A balanced diet and regular exercise pave the way for a healthy lifestyle. Studies have shown that simple exercise, such as taking a brisk walk for half an hour, five days a week can decrease you risk of type 2 diabetes.
Did You Know?
Studies show that more than 19 per cent of the UAEs population is living with diabetes. Just 10 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity three or more times a day can result in health benefits. Eat right, exercise regularly and live for life!