| 1. | It increases the capacity for respiration. |
| 2. | It circulates more oxygen to the tissues. |
| 3. | It establishes a better equilibrium between the oxygen required by the tissues and the oxygen made available. |
| 4. | It causes muscles to perform work in moving fluids through the body to lighten the heart's load. |
| 5. | It tends to reduce the height to which the arterial pressures rise during exertion. |
| 6. | It lessens the time during which blood pressure remains abnormal after severe activity. |
| 7. | It holds off the incidence of cardiovascular disease. |
| 8. | It increases the functional activity of the red bone marrow in the production of red blood cells. |
| 9. | It aids lymphatic circulation, as well as the flow in the veins of the circulatory system. |
| 10. | It encourages collateral circulation. |
| 11. | It strengthens the heart and other muscles in the body so that they work more efficiently. |
| 12. | It allows the resting heart to beat less often. |
| 13. | It lowers elevated cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
| 14. | It stimulates the metabolism. |
| 15. | It promotes body growth and repair. |
| 16. | It tones up the glandular system, especially the thyroid to increase its output. |
| 17. | It adds to the alkaline reserve of the body which may be of significance in an emergency requiring prolonged effort. |
| 18. | It chemically attains absolute potential of the cells. |
| 19. | It reserves bodily strength and physical efficiency. |
| 20. | It expands the body's capacity for fuel storage and endurance. |
| 21. | It improves coordination through the transmission of nerve impulses and responsiveness of the muscle fibers. |
| 22. | It affords muscular vigor from increased muscle fiber tone. |
| 23. | It offers relief from neck and back pains, headaches, and other pain caused by lack of exercise. |
| 24. | It enhances digestion and elimination processes. |
| 25. | It allows for better and easier relaxation and sleep. |
| 26. | It results in a better mental performance, with keener learning processes. |
| 27. | It curtails fatigue and menstrual discomfort for women. |
| 28. | It minimizes the number of colds, allergies, digestive disturbances, and abdominal problems. |
| 29. | It tends to slow down aging. |
| 30. | It reduces the likelihood of obesity. |
