BENEFITS OF EXERCISE (from a HealthPartners brochure) A regular exercise program can help you: Strengthen your heart and lungs Increase the level of HDL ("good") cholesterol in your blood Lower an elevated blood pressure Prevent diabetes (adult-onset diabetes) Strengthen your bones Strengthen and tone your muscles Maintain (or get down to) a desirable weight Improve your productivity and level of energy Improve your sleep Improve your posture and appearance Reduce stress Reduce feelings of depression Improve your overall sense of well-being NOT ON LIST: but it does also help prevent headaches more than any medication I've tried.

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