BENEFITS
EXERCISE CAN HELP WITH THE FOLLOWING:
Benefits of Exercise:
- Weight Management: Reduces body weight and overall fat percentage.
- Cardiovascular Fitness: Improves stamina and heart health.
- Blood Pressure: Helps reduce blood pressure to a manageable level.
- Cholesterol Management: Helps reduce cholesterol levels by managing dietary intake.
- Metabolic Rate: Speeds up the body’s metabolic rate, aiding in calorie burning.
- Muscle Strength and Tone: Increases muscle strength and improves body posture.
- Prevention: Guards against coronary artery disease and osteoporosis.
- Stress Reduction: Decreases stress levels and improves mental well-being.
- Self-Confidence: Boosts self-confidence and self-esteem.
- Rehabilitation: Speeds up recovery from injury or muscle imbalances.
Dietary Tips:
- Reducing Fat Intake: Consume less saturated fats, opt for low-fat dairy products and spreads, and choose healthier cooking methods like grilling and baking.
- Bone Health: Follow a bone-friendly diet rich in calcium from sources like dairy, green leafy vegetables, and bony fish.
- Weight-Bearing Exercise: Engage in regular weight-bearing exercises to strengthen bones.
- Lifestyle Changes: Quit smoking, limit alcohol intake, manage stress, and maintain regular sleeping patterns for overall health and bone density.
- Stretching: Incorporate stretching into your workout routine to improve flexibility, ease muscle soreness, and reduce the risk of injury.