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Exercise tips
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[edit] Benefits of exercise
Frequent and regular exercise has been shown to help prevent or to cure major illnesses. Exercise:
- reduces risk of heart disease
- reduces risk of high blood pressure
- decreases resting heart rate (so your heart doesn't have to work as hard)
- increases bone density
- reduces risk of osteoporosis
- improves strength and stamina
- increases co-ordination and balance (especially important for older adults)
- improves flexibility
- improves respiration
- improves circulation
- helps to prevent constipation
- helps with weight control
- improves sense of well-being and reduces stress
[edit] Exercise tips
- If you've been sedentary for a long time, are overweight, have a high risk of coronary heart disease or some other chronic health problem, see your doctor for a medical evaluation before beginning a physical activity program.
- Choose activities that are fun, not exhausting. Add variety. Develop a repertoire of several activities that you can enjoy. That way, exercise will never seem boring or routine.
- Wear comfortable, properly fitted footwear and comfortable, loose-fitting clothing appropriate for the weather and the activity.
- Find a convenient time and place to do activities. Try to make it a habit, but be flexible. If you miss an exercise opportunity, work activity into your day another way.
- Use music to keep you entertained.
- Don't overdo it. Do low- to moderate-level activities, especially at first. You can slowly increase the duration and intensity of your activities as you become more fit. Over time, work up to exercising on most days of the week for 30-60 minutes.
- Keep a record of your activities. Reward yourself at special milestones. Nothing motivates like success!
[edit] Exercise links
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