Numerous people don’t understand why some individuals are “crazy” and work out the way they do. They don’t understand why these individuals continue to fit in painful looking physical activities into their schedule. What these individuals don’t realize is that these people have experienced an extreme sense of accomplishment or even major endorphins. People who don’t take time to get in physical activity during the day experience more drowsiness, stress, unhealthy cravings, and negative attitudes. They may not know the amazing feeling of self-accomplishment after fulfilling a self-set goal. This feeling of self-accomplishment is what keeps the “crazy” people going back and pursuing what they enjoy. Everyone should experience …show more content…
In Mayo Clinic’s article, “Fitness,” they explain how being active boosts high-density lipoprotein cholesterol and decreases unhealthy triglycerides (Staff). This keeps the blood flowing smoothly, decreasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Not only can physical activity help prevent heart problems but it can also prevent type two diabetes, certain types of cancers, metabolic syndrome, and arthritis. Regular activity can improve muscle strength and boost endurance. “Exercise and physical activity deliver oxygen and nutrients to your tissues and help your cardiovascular system work more efficiently. And when your heart and lungs work more efficiently, you have more …show more content…
Charlotte Andersen explains in her article, “45 Benefits of Exercise and Healthy Eating That No One Talks About,” that scientists recently conducted a study with mice and found that endorphins released during exercise act on the same neural pathways as addictive substances. The mice in the study chose the treadmill instead of a high from an amphetamine-laced solution. The website, “The Effects of Exercise on Drug or Alcohol Rehab - The Ranch,” reports that researchers are exploring how exercise can help individuals enrolled in substance abuse programs. “The Scandinavian Journal of Public Health reported that drug abuse clients who incorporated exercise into their rehab programs reported a much improved quality of life and a reduced intake of the drugs that they had been abusing” (Ranch.