Today, many people know that physical activity allows you to keep the body in good shape and has a positive effect on overall health. Practicing yoga or going to the gym on a regular basis will protect your body and avoid a host of problems, including obesity, heart failure, diabetes, high blood pressure problems and pain. Careful research has led to the conclusion that an active lifestyle is perhaps the single most important contribution to your well-being and health. Personally, I walk 5-10 km.