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Exercise regularly. We often find ourselves saying this very phrase, as if making mental notes of what we should do. However, regardless of how many times that we make this mental note, many of us fail to put it into action.We choose to relax in front of the TV because it demands no effort, instead of engaging in some kind of training. We then convince ourselves into thinking that there will be better times to engage in physical activities, like tomorrow. But tomorrow never comes, and we fail to realise there is no better day than today.
The sooner you start exercising regularly, the easier it will become, and the better you will feel. Once you start your heart begins to beat faster and your metabolic rate will increase. This will mean you will start to burn fat, and your body will consume some of those extra calories. You will then start to lose a few pounds of fat that the body has had to carry around every day, which in turn will give you more energy. You will also produce endorphins when you exercise. These are your feel good hormones, helping you to become happier and suffer less stress-related problems.
Exercising regularly ideally means performing some physical activity at least three times a week. It does not have to be intense and strenuous. It only needs to be consistent. Having a regular routine may prove to be very useful. Long routines are not necessary. Thirty minutes to an hour per training day will suffice, depending on how strenuous the routine or how able you are.
There is a need for keeping the body healthy. To be physically active through exercise empowers the body with several wonderful health protective benefits. Done regularly it strengthens our muscles and our bones, which prevent us from injuring ourselves and avoiding mishaps.
There is an important benefit to those who are severely over weight. Most obesity problems can be prevented or reversed if we exercise regularly. Doing it regularly will produce a much healthier body. It also makes us look and feel sexier too.
Thirdly, it can help fight various diseases. Regular, physical activities can help battle heart disease, digestive disorders, circulatory problems, skin complaints and plenty of other health related conditions. Indeed, done frequently it produces an all-round healthier system.
Lastly, having a regular routine will improve your lifestyle, and this will prolong your lifespan. It encourages us to be more active and put more physical effort into everything we do. We begin to look for ways to be more active, and begin looking at other areas of our lifestyle, and how they can be improved, like stopping smoking, drinking less alcohol and eating better.
We may fail to realise that there is no better time to start exercising than today. The sooner we start, the earlier we can start helping ourselves with the battle with various diseases and to live healthier lives. While some people may enjoy more intense work outs, others may find less strenuous physical activities beneficial. What is important is that we engage ourselves in these physical activities regularly.
At least three times a week is a good start. Find a workout routine that you really enjoy. If you are training at home, put some music on, and you will find yourself more motivated and focused, and the time will pass much quicker.
Participating in physical sport activities such as basketball, tennis, soccer, and swimming is very helpful in achieving a healthier lifestyle. Jogging, biking, and walking for at least an hour a day are also very helpful routines. Some may prefer to go to the gym and use their professional equipment to help them achieve healthier bodies. Whatever you choose to include in your routine, do it regularly. Choose a physical activity that you enjoy doing and commit to it.
It is a shame that the majority of people who really need to read this article are probably too scared to read past the title. Well done, you now know the importance of exercise for total health and fitness. Please spread the word to those you love that this is an area of our lives that we mustn't ignore. We all deep down want to be healthy, and have good self-esteem. Tell them this is how to achieve it, and change their life to something amazing.
