Eight rounds of the following 20/10’s
- Sumo walk forward and backward
- Left split squats with weights
- Right split squats with weights
- Skaters with weights
- Crab walk forward and backward
- Reptile push ups
- Left leg lifts from plank
- Right leg lifts from plank
I’ve culled through the wealth of data on exercise and health to come up with this list of 19 solid reasons to work that body and/or mind of yours. Here’s the short and sweet on these impressive ways that exercise can keep you in the best possible shape.
1. Builds aerobic power
2. Reduces blood pressure
3. Lowers Type 2 diabetes risk
4. Maintains immune functioning
5. Reduces body fat
6. Keeps bones strong
7. Builds muscle mass
8. Improves breathing
9. Boosts your energy
10. Reduces the risk of arthritis
11. Improves sex life
12. Brings about better sleep
13. Improves mood
14. Lowers anxiety
15. Feels like fun
16. Reduces absenteeism
17. Boosts memory
18. Builds intelligence
19. Lowers dementia risk