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Exercise is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. Regular exercise helps to maintain fitness and health. Not only does exercise increase energy levels, it also helps to improve general health, circulation and posture.

A survey by mental health charity, MIND, also found that people who attend the gym regularly benefit from a more positive lifestyle all round, including a healthier diet and improved relationships.

Doctors at Nottingham Trent University have recently found evidence of a chemical produced by the body during called phenylethylamine, which may explain why exercise can help people suffering from depression.

Although many people enjoy regular strenuous or high impact exercise such as aerobic workouts or long distance running, mild and moderate exercise is also beneficial. A brisk walk or some energetic gardening once a day will still be beneficial and you may find that this is all you need to improve your circulation and achieve a satisfactory fitness level.

Find out how many calories you can burn doing the activities you enjoy