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Benefits of Exercise for Weight Loss
By: Scottsdale Weight Loss Center
Published: August 23, 2021
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Having an exercise routine is important to your medical weight loss program. It will help with long-term weight management. Exercise encourages weight loss by burning calories, toning muscle, and improving metabolic health.
Problem with Inactivity
Living an inactive lifestyle is associated with an increased risk for chronic disease, weight gain, and mental health concerns. The rise in sedentary work positions and the growth of technology have encouraged people to spend less time being active.
Approximately 30 percent of adults in the United States claim to exercise regularly. This lack of activity contributes to growing rates of type-2 diabetes, obesity, and depression.
It is generally recommended to engage in at least 30 minutes of moderate activity five days per week. This adds up to 2.5 hours of exercise weekly.
Benefits of Staying Active
- Encourages long-term weight management
- Reduces your risk of chronic disease
- Improves quality of life with age
- Relieves stress and symptoms of depression and anxiety
Types of Activity
There are several different types of exercise. These include cardiovascular activity, strength building, and flexibility training. Each form of exercise provides its own benefits to both physical and mental health.
Cardiovascular activity. This form of exercise is also known as aerobic activity. It is good for heart health and blood circulation. It also helps improve mental clarity and can help reduce stress.
Strength training. This form of exercise includes weight lifting and body-weight activities such as push-ups. It especially benefits targeted muscle groups, helping to build strength. Preserving muscle strength can reduce your risk of osteoporosis and bone deterioration with age.
Flexibility and stretching. This includes activities like yoga and pilates. It also includes basic stretching before other forms of exercise. These activities gradually warm the muscles, preventing injury. Flexibility training is shown to increase range of motion, improve balance, and encourage stress management.
If you are new to exercise, start with low-impact activities like walking, swimming, or light strength training. Before starting a new fitness routine, check with a physician to ensure you are ready. Physical activity is an important component to include in your weight loss program.
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Robert Ziltzer, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA
Obesity Medicine Certified Physician
Diana Bone, FNP-C
Specializing in Obesity Medicine
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Obesity Medicine Certified Physician
Kristen Ash, FNP-C, FNP-BC
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