Ask a PT: Exercise Benefits Question: What are the different health benefits of aerobic and strengthening exercises? Answer: There are many benefits to aerobic and strengthening exercises. Aerobic exercise, which includes activities such as walking, bicycling, swimming, and elliptical machines, burns calories that help prevent weight gain as well as decreas body fat. These exercises will also lower blood pressure in people with high blood pressure. Aerobic exercise helps regulate blood sugar so it is helpful for people with diabetes or who are at risk for developing diabetes. The risk of developing heart disease is decreased in people who regularly do aerobic exercise. Strengthening exercises are good for building up muscles, which improves your ability to perform daily tasks, and increases the number of calories burned, even at rest. Blood sugar is also better regulated in people who do strengthening exercises, and abdominal fat is decreased. Both strengthening and aerobic exercise can help increase bone strength. A physical therapist can assess your individual health conditions, strengths, weaknesses and needs, and design a safe exercise program tailored to you.
Posted on: Sat, 17 Aug 2013 16:00:00 +0000
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