The importance of physical activity can, for some people, be the difference between life and death. Physical inactivity has proven to be a primary and actual cause of most chronic diseases like coronary heart disease, anxiety, depression, osteoporosis, kidney disease and diabetes. In fact, according to the World Health Organization, they estimate physical inactivity as the primary cause for roughly 21–25% of breast and colon cancers. Physical activity is a habit that should be instilled from an early age. A study published by the National Center for Biotechnology Information showed that physical inactivity is a major factor in chronic disease in children and adolescents. Lack of exercise can not only leave them susceptible to a wealth of health problems, they also develop less cognitive skills that more active children.

Exercise is any physical movement that is: planned, structured, repetitive and purposeful, and it includes activities that involve bodily movement that is part of playing, working, household chores and recreational activity. There are so many benefits of exercising. It enables you to control your weight, reduce your risk of diseases, strengthen your bones and muscles, improve your mental health and increase your chance of living longer. It’s suggested that an average adult gets at least thirty minutes of exercise each day. This can include aerobic activity, cardio, and strength training. Repetitive exercise can get dull, which can lead to a decrease in motivation. It’s best to change up your exercise routine to include both hard and easy activities such as running, walking, swimming, weight training, yoga, pilates and many others.