Get Physicals, Get Fit!

Summer starts this weekend!  It's time to get out.  Play ball, ride a bike, paddle a boat, go for a walk.  There are so many good reasons to get fit and stay fit.  Here are just a few.  Exercise:

 

* Improves mental function

* Lowers stress

* Raises energy levels

* Boosts immune system function

* Lowers disease risk--including high blood pressure and cholesterol, diabetes and stroke

* Improves strength, flexibility, endurance and resistance to pain

* Builds social relationships--especially when you work out as part of a team

 

Don't forget to schedule well child visits, and get your sports and camp forms filled out.  Everybody should exercise every day, especially our kids.

 

http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/guide/exercise-benefits

 

http://www.mayoclinic.org/news2009-mchi/5168.html