Explain how the physical activity pyramid contributes to functional fitness

help you reach and maintain a healthy weight by burning calories*

lower your risk for chronic disease, such as coronary heart disease**, stroke, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis and colon cancer

help control blood pressure

lower your risk for a heart attack

help you feel good about yourself

reduce stress, anxiety and depression

improve your fitness level

increase muscle strength

reduce body fat

help build and maintain bones and joints

improve flexibility and posture

help prevent arthritis or relieve the pain from it

reduce the risk of falling among older adults

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