Exercise is essential for maintaining your health. It
can also improve your overall sense of well-being. Even low-to-moderate intensity
activities, for as little as 30 minutes a day, can be beneficial. These activities may
include:
However, more vigorous aerobic
activities are best for improving the fitness of your heart and lungs. These are done 3
or 4 times a week for 30 to 60 minutes. Regular, aerobic activity increases your
capacity for exercise. It helps prevent heart diseases and even certain cancers. Aerobic
exercise may also help to lower blood pressure.
These activities may include:
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Brisk walking
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Running
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Swimming
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Playing tennis
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Cycling
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Roller skating
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Jumping rope