Exercise enhances the transport of oxygen and nutrients into cells. At the same time, exercise enhances the transport of carbon dioxide and waste products from the tissues of the body to the bloodstream and then to the eliminative organs. As a result, regular exercise increases stamina and energy.

1. Exercise controls weight

Exercise can help prevent excess weight gain or help maintain weight loss. When you engage in physical activity, you burn calories. The more intense the activity, the more calories you burn.

Regular trips to the gym are great, but so many people sign up and don't go -- GREAT NEWS  if you can't find a large chunk of time to exercise every day... any amount of activity is better than none at all.  Consistency is key.

Get more active throughout your day — do some squats while waiting for pasta to boil, take the stairs instead of the elevator and park further away at the food store -- that walk will do you good!

2. Exercise...