1. Lowers cholesterol
Age becomes a factor in rising levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) and decrease good cholesterol (HDL). The best way to keep LDL levels low is eat foods low in saturated fat. Meanwhile, to improve the levels of HDL is do exercises. The fact is supported by the Danish research in 2007 on 835 men who regularly exercise. Good cholesterol levels known to the respondents always high.
2. Lowers triglycerides
Triglyceride is fat in the blood. High triglyceride levels are high risk factors causing heart disease. The same study conducted in Danish experts also showed that active men have lower levels of triglycerides.
3. Lowers blood pressure
The study published in 2007 by researchers from the University of Minnesota said the physical activity regularly performed effectively lower blood pressure.
4. Improve memory
The experts emphasized exercise, including essential activities for maximum brain function. Exercise can increase the intake of oxygen in the blood and stimulate the production of chemical compounds useful in the brain that sharpen memory.
5. Reduce inflammation
Regular exercise effectively reduces the levels of C-reactive protein, which indicates levels of inflammation. Why is this important? This is because the deposits of cholesterol that causes plaque in blood vessels can rupture and cause inflammation. The result is a heart attack.
