Regular exercise can help reduce risk factors, as well as:
Help control weight and cut the risk of obesity.
Strengthen bones. Regular exercise promotes bone development and reduces the risk of thin bones in adulthood.
Increase self-esteem and confidence.
Improve cardiovascular health by lowering blood pressure, increasing the amount of good cholesterol and reduce stress levels.
Reducing your weight by about 10% can decrease your chance for heart disease. It will improve how your heart works, your blood pressure, and even lower your blood cholesterol levels.