Be Active: Benefits of Physical Activity

The National Institute of Health says the best medicine for you is physical activity! Being active has many benefits, including the following:

Build & maintain strength – stay independent for longer
Improve energy – do the things you enjoy
Improve balance – lower your risk for falls
Manage & prevent diseases –reduce symptoms and likelihood of getting some diseases including arthritis, heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis, and some cancers.
Sleep better – get the zzz’s
Reduce stress and feelings of depression – enjoy life
Weight management – reach or maintain a healthy weight
Blood pressure – lower your blood pressure
Brain health – keep you on top of your game!

Find more tips or learn more about the Physical Activity for Lifelong Success (PALS) program at wihealthyaging.org/PALS