Video: Why doctors say that exercise is medicine

Exercise is medicine

If exercise could be bottled, it would be the most-prescribed medicine in the world.

Moving lowers your risk of disease.

• Stroke
• Heart disease
• Alzheimer's
• 13 types of cancer

Exercise and healthy eating lower risk of type 2 diabetes by over half (58%).

Physical activity helps you feel better.

• Reduce anxiety
• Boost self-esteem
• Get better sleep
• Improve social interactions

Exercise releases feel-good endorphins that reduce depression.

Exercise promotes a healthy weight. Have fun burning calories by dancing or gardening.

Don't have time? High-intensity interval training combines short bursts of activity with rest periods.

Experts recommend 30 minutes of moderate exercise a day. A doctor or trainer can help create a plan that works for you.

Get your daily dose of movement.

From the experts at Mayo Clinic.