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  Cardiovascular Exercise

Benefits of Cardiovascular Fitness

• There are numerous benefits to cardiovascular exercise including:

  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Increased HDL (good cholesterol) and decreased LDL (bad cholesterol)
  • Improved blood sugar control
  • Increased calorie burning
  • Increased lean muscle mass
  • Improved sleep
  • Stronger bones
  • Improved mood
  • Decreased appetite
  • And many more!!!


Essentials of Aerobic Exercise
Injury Prevention

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