Skating Exercise Machine
The Surprising Truth About Exercise
If sweaty gyms, perky aerobic instructors and memories of miserable P.E. classes have left you dreading the thought of exercising, you're in for a happy surprise. Here's the truth about exercise.
All movement counts
If you enjoy it, go ahead and spend hours sweating on the treadmill, stationary bicycle or elliptical
machine; that's a fine way to improve the health of your cardiovascular system. But if you'd rather not, that's okay, too. The truth is all physical activity counts toward improving your health, from mopping the floor or raking the leaves to walking in place during TV commercials. Forget "no pain, no gain." The new rule: move your body more.
All movement adds up
Adults should engage in moderate-intensity physical activities for at least 30 minutes on five or more days
of the week, according to recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American College of Sports Medicine. But here's the truth: that 30 minutes of physical activity doesn't have to be done all at once. Six 5-minute walks or three 10-minute walks are just as beneficial to your health as a single 30-minute walk.
It's like a magic potion for good health
Imagine an elixir that substantially reduced the risk of dying of coronary heart disease; decreased the risk
for stroke, breast and colon cancers, diabetes and high blood pressure; helped to control weight; contributed to
healthy bones, muscles and joints; reduced falls among older adults; helped to relieve the pain of arthritis; reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression; helped you sleep better at night; and is associated with fewer hospitalizations, physician visits and medications. Wouldn't you want a dose? The truth is it's real, and it's free. It's called exercise.
To lose a pound, the average person would have to walk 30 miles
Exercise is part of the weight loss equation _ but only part. Though you can't burn off all the calories you
eat through exercise, physical activity does slightly elevate your metabolism for a few hours afterward and can help build muscle tissue, two ways to burn more calories. It's also true that regular exercise is one of the best long-term indicators of successful weight maintenance.
It can be fun
You don't have to spend hours at the gym to realize the health benefits of physical activity. Think of the
activities you enjoyed as a child, or would like to try now. Swimming, bike riding, roller blading, walking in the
woods, walking in the mall, kicking a soccer ball, ice skating, playing ball with your kids, canoeing _ the list of
activities goes on and on. If it moves your body more, it counts, even if you enjoy it!
About the Author
Dr. Robert Graham is the administrative medical director at Monarch Medical Weight Loss Center. The center distinguishes itself from common weight-loss programs by offering a medically-based, physician-guided approach to the treatment of obesity. The Monarch approach includes medical testing and body composition analysis to create a personalized weight-loss program for each patient. For information on a consultation with a medical professional, visit their site at http://www.monarchmedical.net.
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