Fitness and Exercise Programs

Welcome to Fitness and Exercise Programs!

Participating in regular physical activities is a must for all individuals, of all ages. Unfortunately, approximately 60% of all Americans fail to meet their recommended levels of physical activity. Worse yet, 25% of Americans fail to participate in any sort of physical activity. Many studies have shown exercise can significantly increase energy levels. Ironically, the number one excuse for not exercising is a lack of energy or the person being too tired.

Studies conducted on exercise have shown the following benefits:

• cardiovascular health
  • reduction in LDL ("bad" cholesterol)
  • increase in HDL ("good" cholesterol)
  • increased heart strength and health
  • increases V02 max (maximum oxygen uptake)
• emotional health and quality of life
  • anxiety reduction
  • stress lowering
  • increased sense of well being
  • increase in self confidence
• disease prevention
  • reduced disease and sickness
  • reduction of fall injuries in seniors
  • diabetes prevention in the aging
• weight management
  • reduction of body fat
  • prevention of obesity
• size and strength gains
  • increased physical performance
  • increased strength
  • increased speed
  • increased muscle tone
• functioning and quality of life in the elderly
  • increased mobility and independence in seniors
  • life extension
• pregnancy
  • increased on-time deliveries
  • increased protection from miscarriages