Regular exercise and physical activity has several benefits. While health is the strongest contender, other benefits are also substantial. Here's what regular exercise does for you: - Improves posture, stamina and energy - Combats depression and stress - Reduces the risk of heart disease - Lowers blood pressure level - Decreases bad (LDL) cholesterol and increase good (HDL) cholesterol levels - Reduces the risk of osteoporosis - Promotes weight loss - Shapes up the body, by toning the muscles, which in turn provides better muscular definition - Helps de-stress and improves quality of sleep - Improves self-esteem and mental focus - Raises balance and flexibility levels - Increases immunity levels - Reduces the risk of disease and illness by 20 to 50 per cent