Observational studies disclose that an increase in the average
of daily physical activity can reduce the rate of coronary
heart disease and also contain obesity. The US government
spends about $76 billion per year to treat diseases which
result from inactivity in people.
Physical activity benefits people who are prone to cardiovascular
diseases. Sports help children to remain active as it is a
form of exercise which protects them from childhood obesity.
Children today waste a lot of time in front of the television
and become couch potatoes who are prone to various diseases
linked to Obesity. Encouraging sports in schools and play
at home can be beneficial for the overweight or obese students.
Health experts reveal the importance of sports and exercise
in preventing obesity, diabetes and atherosclerosis.
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