Cardiorespiratory and Metabolic Health

 This information was taken from the book Foundations of Physical Activity and Public Health written by Harold W. (Bill) Kohl, III and Tinker D. Murray. This chapter talks about cardiovascular disease and how it can be prevent through physical activity. Those who are physically active for 7 hours a week have a 30-40% lower risk of dying earlier than someone who is not physically active at all or is only physically active for 30 minutes or less a day. One hour a day can seem like a lot when you have a busy schedule and feel "too tired" after an 8 or 10 hour day at the office. The reality of it all is by being physically active for one hour a day, we can experience so much more in our lives than someone who is physical inactive. Not only will you be able to experience more for longer, but you will do it in a healthier state of mind and a healthier body. You won't have to worry about telling your kids or grandkids your will have to sit out a game of catch because your muscles and joints ache too much from throwing 10 passes. You will be able to go for long walks around the neighborhood or go hiking with your loved ones. The activities that you see other people unable to do as they get older because they are not taking care of their bodies, you won't have to worry as much about that because you will be taking care of your health. Don't "find" time to be active, make the time to be healthy.