More Reasons to Get Your Rear in Gear

In case you still aren't convinced that indeed exercise is good for you, here is even more evidence that exercise is crucial to living a long active life. And of course, even more reason for you to get your rear in gear. According to James O. Hill, professor of Pediatrics and Director of the Center for Human Nutrition at the University of Colorado at Denver, “Exercise is better than any drug or anything else we have for aging. There’s no downside. If this were a drug, it would be the safest, most effective drug in the universe.” What leads to such a bold statement? Apparently, the evidence lies in the most recent case studies from the Archives of Internal Medicine published in January 2010. "The first study, based on data from the Nurses’ Health Study in the United States, found that women who were more physically active during middle age were more likely to be “successful survivors” by the time they reach 70. Even walking and other moderate-intensity exercises lowered the risk for chronic diseases, heart trouble and cognitive impairment, the study found. That’s great news for women intimidated by activities such as tennis or running. The second study, also focusing on women, found that those who participated in a higher intensity exercise program four days a week had stronger bones and less chance of falling than women who were in a “well-being” program that included relaxation, along with flexibility, endurance and balance. Another study out of Germany found more evidence that exercise — either moderate or high-intensity — reduced the risk of cognitive impairment in men and women over the age of 55 over a two-year follow-up period. Finally, researchers in British Columbia, Canada, reported that women who practiced resistance training either once or twice a week had improved cognitive skills, in the areas of attention and conflict resolution, compared to women who focused on balance and toning activities." Bottom line is that while your lunging and lifting your way into bikini season, you are also getting amazing residual health benefits. Who knew that bicep curls can help you solve some of life's biggest dilemmas? Just a few more reasons to get your rear in gear this spring! SOURCES: Amanda Gardner,"More Proof Exercise Leads to Healthier Aging;" James O. Hill, Ph.D., professor, pediatrics, and director, Center for Human Nutrition, University of Colorado at Denver; Jan. 25, 2010, Archives of Internal Medicine

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