2. Combats Health Conditions and Diseases
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Active people have a 40% lower risk of developing heart disease.
Worried about heart disease? Hoping to prevent high blood pressure? No matter what your current weight is, being active boosts high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, the “good” cholesterol, and it decreases unhealthy triglycerides. This one-two punch keeps your blood flowing smoothly, which decreases your risk of cardiovascular diseases. Regular exercise helps prevent or manage many health problems, including stroke, metabolic syndrome, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, depression, anxiety, and many types of cancer.