Why is exercise important for health?

Exercise is beneficial for your body and mind, and here's how it works:

Regular exercise strengthens the immune system, so you don't get sick as often. It also helps keep your cardiovascular system healthy, so you can stay strong and fit as you age. In addition, regular exercise triggers a real fat meltdown, because your body burns 2000 kilocalories more than a couch potato if you exercise at least three times a week. And finally, exercise also has a positive effect on your mental health, because it releases lots of happiness hormones that chase away bad moods.

As you can imagine, regular exercise is an effective way to prevent many diseases. Here are some tips for healthy exercise:

• The WHO recommends 30 minutes of exercise per day to stay healthy in the long term.
• Alternate between strength and endurance training. The change helps you recover better and improves your overall fitness.
• The body needs plenty of sleep for optimal regeneration, as the crucial repair and rebuilding processes take place overnight.
• Eat plenty of fruit and vegetables! Your body needs sufficient antioxidants to support regeneration.
• Was the training very intense? Then saunas, cold chambers, and massages can help with recovery.
• Are you surprised? Every pound of muscle mass consumes around 25 calories more energy per day than a pound of body fat!
• Do not exercise when you are ill; always recover completely first—in extreme cases, a prolonged infection can lead to myocarditis.