Oxygen as we know supports our life. Aerobics literally means ‘with oxygen’. While performing aerobics our body produces more energy and transports more oxygen to our heart, lungs, blood vessels and muscles. Regular aerobic work outs increase our body’s capacity to take in and deliver that oxygen. Therefore, it will not be too far fetched to suggest that aerobic exercises can be helpful in supporting and enhancing our life.

The benefits of aerobic exercises on our health are innumerable. To start with research has shown that men and women performing aerobics are at a lesser risk of developing cancer compared to physically inactive men and women. Aerobic exercises, a study claims, reduced fatigue in women undergoing cancer treatment.

Our unhealthy eating habits often lead to calcium deficiency which is a primary cause of Osteoporosis. This leads to low bone density making us susceptible to fractures. Aerobics by preventing bone calcium loss slows down the decrease in bone density.

By reducing blood pressure and reducing stiffness in blood vessels, aerobic exercises can help prevent cardiovascular diseases.

Since oxygen is used more efficiently during aerobics, our body’s rate of burning fat increases. This makes aerobic exercises an excellent way to lose weight and check obesity.

Furthermore, aerobic exercises can prove beneficial in increasing our endurance against diseases; they can reduce the risk of developing diabetes; they reduce stress by releasing the tension in our muscles and stimulating hormones. It has also been suggested that aerobic exercises have a positive impact on our cognitive functions. Exercising three or more times a week can reduce the risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

I am sure this account of the benefits of aerobic exercises has tempted you to integrate one in your lifestyle. There is a vast variety to choose from like swimming, cycling, jogging, brisk walking, skiing, basketball etc. You can adopt one that will hold your interest in the long-run and help you lead a healthy and active life.