50 Reasons to Workout - When one just won't cut it
By now we all know that working out is “good for us”. When we think of why it is easy to just brush over the benefits like lose weight, look good, be healthier and so on but taking a look into the specific things that exercise does for our mind, body and spirit can totally reignite your motivation to actually get into the gym and get your sweat on. I keep a copy of this list beside my computer that I look over and re-read on a regular basis, I even take the time to re-write it now and then just to make sure I keep this information top of mind. Knowing that a workout is literally changing my life in so many ways lights a fire under my ass in the best way possible:)
50 BENEFITS OF EXERCISE
- Improves posture
- Prevents colds
- Improves appetite
- Improves cholesterol
- Lowers risk of cancer
- Lowers high blood pressure
- Lowers risk of diabetes
- Fights dementia
- Eases back pain
- Decreases risk of osteoporosis
- Reduces depression
- Prevents muscle loss
- Increases energy and endurance
- Increases athletic performance
- Increases pain resistance
- Improves balance and coordination
- Improves oxygen supply to cells
- Improves concentration
- Helps with self control
- Lessens fatigue
- Increases sex drive and sexual satisfaction
- Makes life more exciting
- Improves quality of life
- Strengthens your <3
- Strengthens your bones
- Lifts your mood
- Improves learning abilities
- Builds self esteem
- Keeps your brain fit
- Keeps you able
- Boosts mental health
- Boosts your immune system
- Reduces stress
- Makes you feel happier
- Has anti-aging effects
- Improves skin tone and colour
- Improves sleeping pattern
- Helps prevent strokes
- Improves joint function
- Improves muscle strength
- Alleviates anxiety
- Sharpens memory
- Helps to control addictions
- Boosts productivity
- Boosts creative thinking
- Improves body image
- Gives you confidence
- Helps you keep focused in life
- Improves eating habits
- Increases longevity