But it must be understood, that unless designed otherwise, i.e. unless the Units of Analysis are chosen from all people, most studies are generalizable only for a much narrower population of the people w/in a nation, region, city, etc.
exercising - the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit; the doctor recommended regular exercise; he did some exercising; the physical exertion required by his work kept him fit. exercise, physical exercise, physical exertion, workout.
Exercise is physical stress applied to the human body. The endocrine system consists of glands that release the chemicals and hormones that control physiological functions in the body.