Be Healthy and Be Strong

Be Healthy and Be Strong….


Physical activity is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. In combination with healthy eating, it can help prevent a range of chronic diseases, including heart disease, cancer, and stroke, the three leading causes of death. Risk factors for these diseases can begin early in life and be mitigated early in life by adopting regular physical activity habits. Physical activity helps control weight, builds lean muscle, reduces fat, and contributes to a healthy functioning cardiovascular system, hormonal regulatory system, and immune system; promotes strong bone, muscle and joint development; and decreases the risk of obesity. Research has also found that physical activity is related to improvements in mental health, helping to relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety and increase self-esteem. In addition, some studies show that physical activity is correlated with improved academic achievement. According to the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, children and adolescents should participate in physical activity for at least 60 minutes every day.

The Health and Fitness Academy at Mountain View Hospital gives you the opportunity to get moving and work to achieve your goals.