Exercise, one of the greatest opportunities life has to offer, is no longer valued as such. Heart disease, the leading cause of death in America, could be prevented if only we took better care of our health. There are 1.6 billion people worldwide who are overweight or obese, and the majority of this consensus is found in the United States. Exercise reduces the risk of diseases, potential health problems and even has an effect on overall appearance. Exercising has been proven to increase self-esteem and confidence. Exercise has many benefits as well as being enjoyable, such as living a healthier, longer and happier life, just some of the many reasons why people should exercise. Health is the first and biggest reason why Americans should exercise. Diet is one of the main reasons why the health of the American population is deteriorating, and the increase in the number of victims of heart disease is increasingly common. One in four Americans suffer from some form of heart disease, increasing the death rate by approximately forty-five percent each year....