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5 Reasons to Rethink Exercise

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Take 5 for You

Five minutes can make a big difference.

Almost any form of regular exercise can offer serious health benefits, including:

  • Reducing stress 
  • Boosting your mood
  • Lowering blood pressure
  • Supporting bone health
  • Reducing your risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke

Need some exercise inspiration?

If your plan includes the BCBSRI wellness program, sign up at join.VirginPulse.com or download the Virgin Pulse app1 from the App Store or Google Play.2 After logging in, try a “Getting Active” Journey under the Benefits tab.

Article source: American Heart Association. Always consult your doctor before beginning an exercise routine.

1Virgin Pulse® is an independent wellness company, contracted by BCBSRI to provide wellness services. Virgin Pulse is available to BCBSRI subscribers (the primary person on the BCBSRI health plan) and their enrolled spouses. Not all employers offer Virgin Pulse through their plan. Standard mobile phone carrier and data usage charges apply. The downloading and use of the Virgin Pulse mobile app is subject to the terms and conditions of the app and the online stores from which it is downloaded.
2Apple and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. Google Play is a trademark of Google Inc.