Keeping the Future Active!

Physiological Benefits
of
Physical Activity

What Are Physiological Effects?

Physiological effects can be considered short or long-term changes in organs without regard to a particular disease. Some changes can have pervasive or beneficial effects depending on the person. Exercising or conducting a form of physical activity per the P.A. guidelines can help improve the physiological effects that commonly occur in overweight or obese individuals. However, if these positive changes are reversed, it can produce a permanent change to other organs. For example, overeating can cause diabetes, or metastastic cancer. The normal functions of homeostasis includes proper functioning of the circulation & respiratory system, body temperature, and organs.

Benefits

Exercising can help decrease:

Body Mass Index
Waist Circumference
Body fat Percentage
Fat Mass
Blood Pressure
Heart Rate Index &
Blood Glucose levels
Reduces Injury Risks

Reinehr, T., Kleber, M., & Toschke, A. M. (2009). Lifestyle intervention in obese children is associated with a decrease of the metabolic syndrome prevalence. Atherosclerosis, 207(1), 174–180. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.atherosclerosis.2009.03.041

DID YOU KNOW?

Engaging in physical activity or exercising can improve overall brain health. It also reduces stress, increases energy, improves self-esteem, and allows people to take pride in their accomplishments and physical appearance!