Role of Physical Activity in Maintaining Weight
Body Composition
Human body composition gradually shifts; the proportion of
muscle decreases and the proportion of fat increases with increasing
age. This shift slows body metabolism, making it easier to gain weight.
Lack of Exercise
Commonly, many people becomes less physically active as they get
older and being use to get more facilities, increasing the risk of
weight gain.
Healthy Lifestyle
In addition to a healthy eating plan, an active lifestyle will
help maintain body weight. By choosing to add more physical activity in
daily life, one can increase the amount of calories which are burnt by
the body. This makes it more likely maintain weight. Although physical
activity is an integral part of weight management, it is also a vital
part of health in general. Regular physical activity can reduce risk
for many chronic diseases and it can help keep body healthy and strong.
Importance of Physical Activity
Regular physical activity is more important for good health, and
is especially important if you are trying to lose weight or to
maintain a healthy weight.
Burn off Calories
When losing weight, more physical activity increases the number
of calories your body uses for energy or "burns off." The burning of
calories through physical activity, combined with reducing the number
of calories you eat, creates a "calorie deficit" that results in weight
loss.
Reduce Calories Intake
Most weight loss occurs because of decreased caloric intake. However, evidence shows the only way to
maintain weight loss is to be engaged in regular physical activity.
Heart Diseases and Diabetes
Most importantly, physical activity reduces risks of
cardiovascular disease and diabetes beyond that produced by weight
reduction alone.
Physical activity also helps to:–
- Maintain weight.
Reduce high blood pressure.
Reduce risk for type 2 diabetes, heart attack, stroke, and several forms of cancer.
Reduce arthritis pain and associated disability.
Reduce risk for osteoporosis and falls.
Reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety.
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