There are a number of reasons to exercise despite physical disability. Here are a few from The Mayo Clinic:
- Exercise controls weight
- Exercise combats health conditions and diseases
- Exercise improves mood
- Exercise boosts energy
- Exercise promotes better sleep
- Exercise puts the spark back into your sex life
- Exercise can be fun… and social
Benefits of Adaptive Sports
Adaptive sports also provide tremendous health benefits, including:
- Strong heart, lungs and bones
- Toned muscles
- Blood sugar reduction
- Weight management
- Lower blood pressure
- Balanced cholesterol levels
- Improved blood circulation
- Stronger immunity
- Increased energy levels
- Prevent secondary conditions
A few commonly cited benefits of playing sports, aside from the health-related ones, include:
- Boosted self-esteem and self-confidence
- Discipline
- Respect
- Calmness
- Teamwork
- Mood improvement
- Better concentration
- Stress and depression reduction
- Improved sleep habits
Fitness instructor Mike Lee explains why exercise is important. (2:30)
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