by Mike Dowd

Exercising proves beneficial for learning◦ Increases blood flow

and oxygen to brain Study showed

20% increase in learning

Also effects other areas of the brain

Endorphins are released during physical activity◦ Reduces micro-tears

in tendons and muscles

Minimizes pain and stiffness in joints and back

University of Bristol study◦ Participants said

they think more clearly, get more stuff done, and felt more sociable with fellow coworkers

Penn. State 4 month study ◦ Women aged 42-58◦ Simple exercises

Afterwards the women felt more attractive

Periodontitis ◦ Gum disease ◦ More common at old

age Dr. Al-Zahrani

found people who exercised 5 times a week had a 42% less chance of gum disease

Exercise boosts your immune system

University of Washington study ◦ Middle aged women◦ Moderate exercise

vs. stretching◦ 33% less colds

Sleeping patterns change as you get older

Exercise can make the transition into these changes easier.

Sleep Medicine study◦ Women 60 and older◦ Results: Not waking up

as much and longer sleep

Exercise increases heart rate and makes you breathe more◦ Causes muscles in

intestines to contract

◦ Helps digestion and constipation

Physical activity can improve vision and lower the risk of macular degeneration by 70%

Movement of the body creates energy and reduces fatigue◦ Norepinephrine and

dopamine