Sports and exercise have protective and healing effects on our health. Regular exercise positively affects heart health. Aerobic exercises strengthen heart muscles, increase blood circulation, regulate blood pressure and keep cholesterol levels under control. This reduces the risk of heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases. Exercising helps control weight and accelerates metabolism. Exercises reduce the amount of fat in the body, increase muscle mass and increase energy expenditure. This may help prevent diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome. Resistance training and strength exercises increase bone density and reduce the risk of osteoporosis. It also increases muscle strength and endurance, strengthens and protects muscles. Exercise reduces stress, improves mood and supports mental health. Physical activity increases the release of natural happiness hormones called endorphins, reducing the risk of depression and anxiety. It also improves cognitive functions and brain health. Regular exercise improves sleep quality. Physical activity tires the body and provides deeper and more restful sleep. A good sleep pattern improves overall health and quality of life. Exercising helps strengthen the immune system. Regular exercise increases resistance to infections and diseases and protects the body against diseases. Exercising increases social connections and encourages social interaction. It also encourages learning new skills, provides mental stimulation and makes life more fulfilling.
For these reasons, exercising is important for overall health and good quality of life. Regular physical activity helps prevent diseases, prolongs life and helps to perform better in all areas of life. However, if sports and exercise are not done correctly, they may not show the expected benefits and may also lead to disabilities and injuries. Performing exercises appropriate to one's genetic predispositions helps to obtain the desired health benefits. For those who want to engage in sports professionally, engaging in a sports branch that suits their genetic predisposition is vital for a successful and healthy career.
Sports branches are basically divided into two: power sports and endurance sports. Which type of sports a person is genetically predisposed to is important for success in sports, as well as being able to do sports in a healthy way. The risk of injury and disability also varies from person to person depending on genetic factors. Knowing the risks helps to create training programs suitable for these risks.