How will exercise improve my quality of life?

How will exercise improve my quality of life?

John Spencer Ellis (Author, TV Show Host, Trainer and CEO, National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association) gives expert video advice on: What is the most common fitness mistake?; What is the difference between fitness and physical activity?; Why is exercise so important? and more...

Exercise improves quality of life for many reasons. One, if your body moves better, then you're going to be able to do everything you do in life better. If you wake up in the morning and you feel outstanding, then you're going to start your day off strong, mentally and physically. Also, it's what we were designed to do, and we've gotten away from that; that's the challenge. We need to get back to moving every day, where we're physically active. Our bodies desire that. You'll know, on some days you feel as though “I need to move today. I need to get out.” Even if it's for a walk. Your body will tell you. The challenge is if you don't listen to your body; that's when you get into trouble, and it becomes habitual. Then, that becomes the disease process over time.