The Benefits of Physical Activity The pace of modern life is very fast, and most people have busy and demanding lives. So eating a balanced diet and doing physical activity can (1) ______________ a big difference to overall health. Regular physical activity is good (2)______________ your whole body, from your brain to your bones. Yet many people do not get (3) ______________ exercise. The good news is that (4) ______________ is easier than you may think to fit physical activity (5)______________ your day because you can do it at (6) ______________ time and almost anywhere. No matter (7) ______________ your age and stage of life there are plenty of ways to take exercise. Your feet were made for walking, so use them (8) ______________ you get the chance. Walk around town. Ignore lifts and escalators and build up your leg muscles by climbing stairs. Next, get out and play. Kicking a ball is fun and it is also a great way to spend time together (9) ______________ a family. Finally, try doing two things at once! While you talk on the phone or watch television, stretch, lift weights or (10) ______________ household chores.