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Exercise Rewires Your Biology to Improve Energy and Metabolic Health
Published 1 month, 1 week ago
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- Exercise switches on waves of genes, proteins and metabolites that boost energy production, repair tissues and stabilize blood sugar, helping you feel more focused and resilient
- Endurance and strength training activate different molecular pathways, allowing you to choose routines that match your goals for stamina, fat burning or metabolic control
- Movement improves the signals your bloodstream uses to coordinate immunity, inflammation and stress responses, which supports steadier moods and better overall health
- Your muscles release tiny molecular "packages" during activity that influence distant organs like your brain and liver, creating whole-body benefits you can't get from sitting still
- Short, consistent bouts of movement throughout the day reinforce healthier cellular signaling, making it easier to maintain energy, manage weight and stay metabolically flexible