health statistics, health articles There are some interesting health statistics about Americans who engage in physical activity. According to the latest statistics on exercised released by the federal government, in 2006, only 31% of Americans engaged in regular exercise as part of their leisure time. This would include walking daily, going for hikes, or playing games like tennis. These health statistics are not very encouraging for the long term health of Americans over time. Getting exercise on a regular basis is important for many aspects of health. The heart and the bones are the most affected by regular exercise, since exercise strengthens both. Down the road as people age, they could experience brittle bones or cardiac insufficiency from lack of exercise.

People can do simple exercises as part of their daily lives simply by making a concerted effort to move around, lift things, park at the end of the parking lot at the mall, and walk more once they are in the mall. There are lots of health articles that describe simple exercises that cost nothing to do, take little time, and can be done by everyone to help strengthen their bodies.