Series #4 – Why is Exercise So Good for Your Body? 13 Specific Reasons

Series #1 – Sport, Fitness, Movement… Can You Motivate Yourself?

Series #2 – Online Fitness: 8 Reasons to Try It and How to Prepare

Series #3 – How to Find the Perfect Sport for You

Why is exercise and movement in general good for your body? Everyone knows they should stay active, but only a few manage to make it a habit. In Germany, about 42% of adults don’t move enough. This series is meant to give you ideas and motivation to make regular movement a part of your routine.

In this post, I want to highlight why everyone should engage in physical activity—and it’s not just about appearance! Exercise prevents illnesses, slows aging, relieves pain, keeps you flexible, and maintains your range of motion.

Here are 13 Specific Reasons Why Exercise is Good for Your Body:

1. Arthritis & Gout

   Movement alleviates pain. Activities like swimming or walking help lower uric acid levels in gout patients. For arthritis, try joint-friendly sports.

2. Thyroid Dysfunction

   Exercise reduces stress, improves sleep, eases restlessness, and boosts digestion. Functional fitness is ideal but start at your own pace.

3. Obesity

   Exercise and proper nutrition are a powerful duo for weight loss. They relieve joint strain, lower unhealthy fat levels, and boost metabolism. Low-impact options like cycling or Pilates are great for beginners.

4. Pain Relief

   Many fear movement when in pain, worsening their condition. Through targeted exercises like Pilates or fascia training, we help clients alleviate discomfort and rebuild confidence in movement.

5. Preventing Disc Problems

   Back and core strengthening can prevent herniated discs and nerve issues. Activities like Pilates and regular core exercises support your spine and improve posture.

6. Posture & Core Strength

   Modern lifestyles, especially in home offices, lead to slouched postures. From children to adults, building awareness of body alignment can be transformative. Sports like yoga or team activities are great for kids to improve their fitness and motor skills.

7. Endurance

   Climb stairs, play with your kids, or catch the bus without feeling winded. Better endurance makes everyday tasks easier and boosts energy levels.

8. Strength

   Strength is essential for daily life—carrying groceries, lifting objects, or gardening. Any balanced sport builds strength; just ensure proper posture during repetitive activities like tennis.

9. Brain-Body Connection

   Exercise enhances brain function, slows cognitive decline, and maintains motor skills. For example, activities like squats keep the brain and body coordinated.

10. Immune System

    Exercise boosts killer cells that combat infections and tumors while activating lymphocytes and other immune cells.

11. Sleep, Depression, & Parkinson's

    Outdoor exercise increases serotonin and dopamine, elevating mood and combating fatigue. Exercise also reduces overactivity in brain regions associated with depression and builds self-esteem.

12. Children

    Exercise makes children more balanced, happy, and mentally stable. It builds body awareness, strength, and endurance while boosting immunity. Parents are encouraged to introduce kids to movement early on.

    
    

13. Diabetes

    Regular exercise lowers insulin needs, blood pressure, and resting heart rates while aiding weight loss and reducing heart disease risk.

I’m sure you can relate to one or more of these points. So what are you waiting for? Let’s go! Do something good for yourself and give yourself the gift of self-care ;-) Feel free to share this post with anyone you’d like to inspire.

We’re also happy to offer you a free consultation to help you find your favorite sport and achieve your goals. In our personal training sessions, we provide variety and balance, or you can try our group classes – there’s something for everyone, from gentle to intense. You can complement your fitness journey with our nutrition counseling, where we’re also happy to address specific health concerns.

If you’re interested in our online group fitness classes, feel free to get in touch or book your free ticket here.

We’ll be taking a break from our series over the summer but will continue to inspire you weekly with delicious recipes.

In August, we’ll dive into exciting new topics like: Enhance your meals effortlessly – Welcome to the world of spices, herbs, and seeds.

Do you have topics you’d like us to cover after the summer? Feel free to write to us at info@BeFitinLife.com.