Science Common Sense

545 - Why is regular exercise important for maintaining health?

Regular exercise is important for maintaining health because it:

1. Helps keep your weight under control.
2. Strengthens your heart and lungs, making it easier to breathe and move around.
3. Builds strong muscles and bones.
4. Improves sleep and makes you feel more energetic.
5. Can even help prevent some diseases, like diabetes and heart disease.
6. Makes you feel happy and reduces stress.

Just like a car needs gas to run, your body needs exercise to stay healthy and strong.