Stomach Exercise Myth IV - If you don't lose weight there's no point in exercising
Thursday, May 21, 2009Some people start exercising to get rid of fat in one area or to lose some weight in general. The problem comes if they dont see results right away. They stop exercising thinking there is no point. They ignore the fact that it can take some time before you start seeing results, but more importantly they ignore all the benefits of regular exercises besides weight loss.
Exercises lower risk of disease
Exercising regularly improves the ability of insulin to enter cells, so it lowers the risk of diabetes. It also lowers the risk of heart disease by improving blood clotting mechanisms, lowering triglycerides, and raising HDL (good) cholesterol.
Exercises improve quality of life
Exercising helps you feel better throughout the day, exercise improves sleep in people with modest sleep dysfunction. Exercising helps relieve both depression and anxiety.
Source: Flatstomach.com