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- $Title{Why Should One Bother With Exercise Programs?}
- $Subject{exercise program programs value Community Social lifestyle lifestyles
- heart disease diabetes mellitus hypertension obesity stress-related conditions
- cholesterol high-density lipoproteins exercising}
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- Exercise Increases HDL*0002703.scf
- Exercise Stimulates the Brain*0003201.scf
- Exercise Strengthens the Heart*0003202.scf
- Exercise Lowers Triglycerides and Raises HDL*0003203.scf
- Exercise Helps Strength and Flexibility*0003204.scf
- Exercise Increases Metabolism*0003205.scf
- Exercise Increases Lung Capacity*0003206.scf
- Exercise Improves Circulation*0003207.scf
- Exercise Improves Kidney Function*0003208.scf
- Exercise Has Overall Benefits*0003209.scf}
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- Why Should One Bother With Exercise Programs?
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- QUESTION: I have had it with all my Jock colleagues who brag about their
- exercise programs. This exercise fad is just bunk--why should I bother?
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- ANSWER: Sounds like you need some information. There is abundant evidence
- that exercise arms you with protection against heart disease, diabetes,
- hypertension, obesity and many stress-related conditions. Several studies
- have compared the incidence of heart disease between active and sedentary
- people. One such study looked at postal delivery people and postal clerks,
- and found significantly less fatal and nonfatal heart disease in those who
- deliver mail. Another study showed that physical training increases the
- body's sensitivity to insulin, showing a positive role in preventing and
- managing maturity-onset diabetes.
- There is currently no evidence that exercise lowers cholesterol levels,
- but endurance exercise increases high-density lipoproteins, or "good
- cholesterol" in the blood.
- You sound like you're someone who doesn't enjoy exercise. People like
- yourself can increase their physical activity in small ways that will add up
- to some significant health benefits. Instead of looking for a parking place
- close to work, park in the far corner of the lot. The extra steps will do you
- some good. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. If you don't enjoy
- exercise, find a way to get involved in some physical activity that you can
- find comfortable. It pays off in improved health.
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- The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace
- the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your
- doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical
- problem.
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