Reasons for Gym
- To prevent sarcopenia, a phenomenon for muscle mass loss as we age. Sarcopenia starts around age 30 and up. Sarcopenia also happens on physical inactivity.
- Regular workouts is associated with increased lifespan from 0.4 years to 6.9 years.
- Better sleep cycles, improved deep-sleep, increases adenosine pressure (chemical that makes you sleepy)
- Reducing stress (cortisol that worsen skin)
- Better skin health, by increasing blood flow that delivers nutrients and oxygen.
- Improved memory, boosts neuroplasticity (BDNF) that encourage the growth of new neurons.
- Improved cognitive function as the blood flow delivers more oxygen and glucose
- Boost happiness, by increasing the amount of serotonin and dopamine that regulates mood
- Reduce anxiety and depression