"These studies have focused on the role that physical activity plays in many health outcomes, including: • Premature (early) death; • Diseases such as coronary heart disease, stroke, some cancers, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis, and depression; • Risk factors for disease, such as high blood pressure and high blood cholesterol; • Physical fitness, such as aerobic capacity, and muscle strength and endurance; • Functional capacity (the ability to engage in activities needed for daily living); • Mental health, such as depression and cognitive function; and • Injuries or sudden heart attacks."