Benefit

Health Impact

Active individuals experience a longer life, as well as an improved quality of life

Exercise strengthens the heart, vascular system and the respiratory system to help fight against the negative effects of cardiovascular disease.

Reduces the daily wear and tear on the heart and the cardiovascular system.

Improves the ability to do daily activities with less effort and improves the ability to perform at higher intensities with greater ease.

Reduces the stress on the walls of the veins and the arteries in the vascular system and reduces risk of a coronary event or stroke.

A favourable change in body composition reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity- some major life threatening diseases.

Reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease and the occurrence of atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries.

Keeps body fat in control, increases cellular sensitivity to insulin and helps to regulate blood sugar levels.

Increases the strength of all connective tissue making the individual less susceptible to injury.

Assists in the ability to perform daily activities with less effort and difficulty.

Helps to reduce the risk of osteoporosis and reduces the chance of injury and breaks to bones.

Your body burns more calories at rest and during exercise to sustain increased muscle. Improves physique with a more toned appearance.

More calories are required by the body at rest, which helps with weight management.

Develops strong abdominals and back which gives better posture and reduces the chance of back pain.

Reduces the incidence and severity of low back pain.

All movements in daily life become easier and safer as the body has an improved capability of control.

Participants experience better mental health and improved self-image.

An improved outlook on life makes all activities more enjoyable.

Everyday life becomes more enjoyable because the individual has a positive outlet for stress.