Exercise

Exercise, like all daily activities, should be done thoughtfully and with common sense. It is crucial to take steps and make a decision to incorporate exercise into daily routine for the sake of overall well-being.

Regular exercise offers numerous physical, mental, and emotional benefits. Here are some key aspects of exercise and its contribution to living a healthy lifestyle:

1. Physical Fitness: Engaging in regular physical activity helps improve cardiovascular health, strengthen muscles and bones, and enhance overall physical fitness. Exercise increases endurance, flexibility, and strength, contributing to better movement and reduced risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, obesity, and diabetes.
2. Weight Management: Exercise plays a vital role in achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. Physical activity helps burn calories and build lean muscle mass, which increases the body's metabolic rate. Regular exercise, along with a balanced diet, is essential for weight control and may also assist with weight loss.
3. Mental and Emotional Well-being: Exercise has a profound impact on mental and emotional health. It stimulates the release of endorphins, also known as "feel-good" hormones, which can improve mood, reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, and enhance overall well-being. Regular exercise is also associated with improved cognitive function and better sleep quality.
4. Disease Prevention: Engaging in regular exercise is linked to a reduced risk of numerous chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, certain types of cancer, and osteoporosis. Exercise strengthens the immune system, improves blood circulation, and enhances the body's ability to fight off infections and diseases.
5. Stress Management: Exercise is an excellent stress-reliever. Physical activity helps reduce stress levels by promoting the release of endorphins and reducing stress hormones such as cortisol. Regular exercise can also provide a break from daily stressors, improve focus, and enhance relaxation.

People who work in sedentary jobs, despite feeling mentally tired from extended periods of concentration, still need physical exercise and fresh air. It would be beneficial for these individuals to spend some time outdoors in the late afternoon or early evening, engaging in activities such as gardening, cycling, or brisk walking.

When the body lacks oxygen, the blood flow becomes sluggish and toxins and waste build up in the body, making the blood impure. Exercise improves blood circulation and aids in cleansing the blood to maintain good health.

To incorporate exercise into your NEWSTART way of healthy living, consider the following tips:

• Choose activities you enjoy: Find physical activities that you find enjoyable and can stick to in the long term. This could include walking, jogging, swimming, dancing, cycling, or participating in team sports.
• Aim for consistency: Make exercise a regular part of your routine. Set realistic goals and gradually increase the duration and intensity of your workouts over time.
• Mix it up: Engage in a variety of exercises to target different muscle groups and maintain interest. Include cardiovascular exercises, strength training, and flexibility exercises. Pay attention to how your body feels during and after exercise. If you experience pain or discomfort, modify or seek guidance from a healthcare professional.

Proper exercise benefits the entire body, strengthening the digestive organs, liver, kidneys, lungs, and heart. It is important not to exercise too vigorously, especially after a large meal, as the blood is needed in the stomach for digestion and may not be as available for other physical activities.