Why should you be active?

You have to be active to be healthy. Different parts of your body, like your heart and lungs, all need to move to stay healthy. That doesn’t mean you always have to do strenuous exercise, although it is good to do some more vigorous exercise as part of your regular physical activity. It simply means making physical activity part of your everyday life. And it may mean making some changes, like walking up the stairs instead of taking the elevator, or leaving your vehicle at home.

Here are some health benefits from being active. You will:

• be healthier overall
• be fitter
• have more energy
• have better posture
• be more able to maintain a healthy weight for you
• feel more relaxed
• be better able to cope with stress
• have better self-esteem and confidence
• be at lower risk of diseases like heart disease or diabetes