Exercise can help in weight loss as well as prevent weight gain. Physical activity burns calories, and the more intense the activity the more calories that are burned. You can start out slowly, such as taking the stairs at work or walking at lunch. Just 30 minutes a day about 3 days a week can make a difference.
Exercise enhances high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or the good cholesterol, which decreases unhealthy triglycerides. This helps in keeping your blood flowing in a smooth manner, which in turn lowers your risk of cardiovascular disease. Exercise can help combat other health issues as well, such as stroke, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, depression, certain types of cancer, arthritis, and falls.
Exercise improves mood. Just a simple 30-minute walk or a workout helps. Exercise stimulates different chemicals in the brain that cause you to feel happier and more relaxed. It can also make you feel better about your appearance which boosts your self-esteem and confidence.
Regular exercise improves your muscle strength and endurance. It helps to deliver oxygen and nutrients to your tissues, which helps your cardiovascular system work more efficiently. When your heart and lungs work better, you feel more energetic.
Exercise helps you fall asleep faster, as well as deepen your sleep. Just be sure not to exercise too close to bed time, as it may energize you. It's recommended to workout about 2-3 hours prior to sleeping. Personally, I prefer to get my workouts done in the morning to help keep my energy up for the day.
Exercise leaves you energized and looking better, which could improve your sex life. It can lead to enhanced arousal in women, due to the increase of testosterone in the body during physical activity. Men that exercise regularly are less likely to have erectile dysfunction problems, as opposed to men that don't exercise.
Exercise can be a fun way to spend some time. It gives you the chance to unwind and engage in activities you find enjoyable. Physical activity can also keep you connected with family and friends in fun social settings. For instance, take a dance class, learn martial arts, join a soccer team, or hit the hiking trails. Find what is enjoyable to you and do it. If it gets boring, find something new.
Basically, exercise and physical activity are great ways to feel better, gain health benefits and have fun. You want to aim for about 30 minutes a day. If you are having trouble losing weight or reaching your fitness goals, leave me a message below or go to the contact tab and send me a personal message. Remember, it is always recommended that you check with your doctor prior to starting a new exercise program, especially if you have not exercised in a long time, have chronic health issues, such as heart disease, diabetes, or arthritis, or you have any concerns.