Archive for August, 2011
8 Good Reasons Being Fit is Worth the Effort
Sunday, August 28th, 2011
People who are fit have higher energy levels. Fitness offers you increased and sustained energy levels in order to perform best at your work during the day and even into the night.
People who exercise regularly are 43% less likely to suffer from colds and sore throats according to a study at the Appalachian State University in 2010.
Being fit can increase self confidence. This self-confidence allows you to challenge yourself and aim for higher levels of achievement in your career.
Fitness helps you to take on more leadership roles. Due to the various positive benefits of a fit lifestyle, a fit person tends to become a good leader.
People who are fit are better able to set their goals and achieve them.
Generally, fit individuals feel good. They can balance their physical and emotional feelings, which can lead to a more positive attitude in general.
Fitness helps you to experience less stress. Regular physical activity diminishes the physical and emotional tensions that life and work can bring, allowing you to focus on what’s important.
According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention the estimated annual medical cost of cardiovascular disease or stroke, cancer, diabetes and obesity is $423.2 billion! Most of these diseases can be prevented by being fit—exercising and eating correctly.
Tracey Thatcher
