Exercise can help reduce your risk of at least 7 different forms of Cancer

[Tom Rankin]

"One of the most potent cancer-fighting weapons is exercise. While the benefits of a regular fitness program include keeping the pounds off, improving blood pressure and mental outlook, exercise can also halt the onset of some diseases. Several studies have shown that physical activity is linked with decreased risk of some cancers, particularly breast and colon cancer."

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[Mohamed Ellozy]

Funny thing ... I do not hike to reduce my risk of disease; I hike because I enjoy it

 

[Tom Rankin]

I really don't either, but in the back of my mind, it's good to know!

 

[Little Rickie]

I really don't either, but in the back of my mind, it's good to know!

It is good to know. I keep telling myself to use it or lose it. I can't stop getting old (and achy) and without being obsessive exercise is the only way to fight it.