The Benefits of Fitness
- You feel better
- You look better
- The opposite sex things its great
- Muscles are a wonderful thing
- Getting on the floor with kids, reminds you that it is never too late to be a kid
- Satisfaction
- Reduced risk of heart disease
- Reduced risk of cancer
- Reduced risk of a bad night in the sack
- You sleep better
- Waking up early for a run feels great after you have gotten going
- Your body hurts less
- Lower body fat
- Abs
- Joints work better
- Increased flexibility
- Increased metabolism
- Food tastes great after a good workout
- Learning discipline
- Learning persistence
- Watching other people your age get older, fatter and balder
- High school reunions
- Better brain function
- You are able to do the things you want to do
- You can eat what you want to eat and not feel bad about it
- Being strong is a good thing
- If you ever have to defend yourself its easier
- Your clothes fit better
- You don’t have to depend on your intelligence to feel superior to others
- People look up to you
- When you have to work hard, it ain’t so bad
- Good stamina comes in handy
- Being able to do the things you want to do
- Fit people live longer
- Better quality of life
- Lower health insurance premiums
- Fewer doctor visits
- Faster recovery from injuries
- You are in better touch with your body
- Your body processes things more efficiently
- Increased immune system
- Better sleep cycle
- Increased elasticity of skin
- Better overall body function
- Not having to buy two airline tickets
- Being able to see your feet
- Not feeling limited by your physical condition
- Hangovers wear off faster
- Reaching goals
- Getting to the top of a mountain
- Feeling accomplished
- Having extra energy
- Having a more positive outlook on life
- Endorphins
- Going to the beach is more fun
- Fit people normally have a higher level of confidence
- You are less likely to injure you back
- Increased bone density
- Reduces chances of developing diabetes
- Lowers cholesterol
- Increases LDL cholesterol
- Lowers blood pressure
- Strengthens the heart
- Reduces symptoms of stress
- Increase levels of relaxation
- Makes you look better naked (this is the prime motivator for some)
- It is in style
- Body uses oxygen more efficiently
- Increased agility in pretty much all physical activities
- Recovery time after heavy physical activity is reduced
- Promotes correct posture
- Increases body symmetry
- Increases balance
- Delays the effects of aging
- More opportunities to meet people