Benefits of Aerobic Exercise:
 Increased maximal oxygen consumption (VO2max) Improvement in cardivascular/cardiorespiratory function (heart and lungs) Increased maximal cardiac output (amount of blood pumped every minute) Increased maximal stroke volume (amount of blood pumped with each beat) Increased blood volume and ability to carry oxygen Reduced workload on the heart for any given submaximal exercise intensity Increased blood supply to muscles and ability to use oxygen Lower heart rate and blood pressure  Increased threshold for lactic acid accumulation Lower resting systolic and diastolic blood pressure in people with high blood pressure Increased HDL Cholesterol (the good cholesterol) Reduced body fat and improved weight control
 

Health Benefits of Exercise and Physical Activity:

 Reduces the risk of premature death Reduces the risk of developing and/or dying from heart disease Reduces high blood pressure or the risk of developing high blood pressure Reduces high cholesterol or the risk of developing high cholesterol Reduces the risk of developing colon cancer and breast cancer Reduces the risk of developing diabetes Reduces or maintains body weight or body fat Builds and maintains healthy muscles, bones, and joints Reduces depression & anxiety Improves psychological well-being