Exercise

- 30 minutes a day, 3-5 days a week is recommendedAmerican Heart Association: Exercise and Fitness
- Helps manage weightMayo Clinic: Exercise: 7 benefits of regular physical activity
- Reduces the risk of heart diseaseMayo Clinic: Exercise: 7 benefits of regular physical activity
- Can help you get a better night's sleepMayo Clinic: Exercise: 7 benefits of regular physical activity
- Shown to improve memory and learning. http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&ct=res&cd=1&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hhmi.org%2Fnews%2Fsejnowski.html&ei=pQGrSqfAHpCEtgeDwfGRCA&usg=AFQjCNFTSKb2f9UvaV0EvkqoUiY3dM1OjA&sig2=kdV3dlIlJk6WCKfWLfqxRQ

Exercise can be a variety of physical activities. According to the American Heart Association, it is recommended that healthy individuals aged 18 to 65 should exercise a minimum of 30 minutes per day, five days a week.American Heart Association: Exercise and Fitness
In March 2009, four new studies suggested exercise could improve eye health, prevent cancer and improve brain function.LiveScience: Exercise: The Best Medicine (March 5, 2009)
Types of Exercise

Aerobic exercise targets the heart and cardiovascular system. Anaerobic exercise, also known as strength training, builds muscle mass by targeting specific muscles groups.
Warming Up and Cooling Down

Before exercising, it is recommended one warms up with a short walk and stretch. It is also important to cool down afterwards.Mayo Clinic: Make warming up, cooling down part of your workout
Disclaimer

The content on this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before embarking on any exercise regime.

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- I feel the deep burn in my calves after walking up &down sand hills yesterday! Surely there is an iphone app that can do this exercise 4 me
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