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Here are some of the reasons: 1  Exercise benefits every part of the body, including the mind. 2  Exercising can help you look better. 3  Exercise helps people lose weight and lower the risk of some diseases. 4  Exercise can help a person age well. This may not seem important now, but your body will thank you later. Women are especially prone to a condition called osteoporosis (a weakening of the bones) as they get older.
In an ideal world, people would be physically active and fit. However, people often confuse the difference between physical activity and exercise. Physical activity includes body movement that utilizes muscles and requires more energy than rest. Examples include gardening, raking the leaves, vacuuming and grocery shopping. Exercise is a form of physical activity that is planned, structured and maintains your heart rate at a certain level for a specific length of time. This includes group fitness classes, jogging, lifting weights or swimming.