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You know exercise is good for you – so why is it so hard to put it into practice?
The Conversation
07 May 2026
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Abstract
Physical activity is one of the most powerful health tools people have to improve mood, energy and sleep, even after just a few sessions.
But the real superpower of an active lifestyle is what it can do for health and quality of life over time. Scientific evidence repeatedly demonstrates that physical activity reduces the risk of developing chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and even some cancers. Despite this, most Americans are not getting enough physical activity in their daily lives.
So why are so few people physically active when the benefits are widely known?
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Details
- Title
- You know exercise is good for you – so why is it so hard to put it into practice?
- Creators
- Laura Ann Baehr - Drexel University, Physical Therapy (and Rehabilitation Sciences)
- Publication Details
- The Conversation
- Resource Type
- Newsletter article
- Language
- English
- Academic Unit
- Physical Therapy (and Rehabilitation Sciences)
- Other Identifier
- 991022176173604721