Some health benefits is that it reduces health risks, it can help improve your mood and it helps control your weight
Melanie should focus on her strong points, stay well-groomed, and remember that looks don't matter as much as she thinks.
When you exercise outdoors, there is a more natural connection between you and the environment. You may also be motivated to change some things in the environment if you exercise in a polluted environment.
The mother is trying her best to convince her daughter. I think the mother is acting fine.