chronic conditions such as diabetes, osteoarthritis and high blood pressure. high blood pressure and diabetes; reducing the risk of colon cancer; …
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In 1998, a report by the American Medical Association revealed that 60
of Americans lead completely sedentary lifestyles Over the past 20
years, percentages of people who were either overweight or obese
increased to epidemic proportions and in 1999, the Centers for Disease
Control concluded that the burgeoning issues of obesity were closely
linked to the nations number one killer - heart disease - as well as
other chronic conditions such as diabetes, osteoarthritis and high blood
pressure Additionally, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention and
the National Institutes of Health estimate the direct and indirect costs
of physical inactivity is more than 117 billion per year nationwide
Some educators and analysts estimate that even a 5 increase in activity
can greatly reduce medical care costs, productivity losses and workers
compensation According to a calculator maintained by East Carolina
Universitys Department of Health Education and Promotion, these costs
are almost 9 billion for the state of Colorado Research has shown than
30 minutes of exercise five times a week has many health benefits,
including lowering
the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure and
diabetes; reducing the risk of colon cancer; strengthening bones;
strengthening the immune system; improving weight management; increasing
energy levels; enhancing self-esteem; improving sleep and providing
relief from mild to moderate depression Just three hours of bicycling
per week can reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke by 50 Coupled
with the economic and environmental benefits, the health benefits of
commuting by bicycling make it a powerful transportation option
Source:krfcfm.org
