O.K., so exercise is not that exciting to think about. But a regular activity will help you reduce stress, which will lead to a greater sense of well being and a more enjoyable life experience. If you haven't been a devoted exerciser, starting a program is the hardest part.
Reducing stress is an excellent reason to get started. Think about how many times you've heard someone say about an ailment, "oh, it's just stress related". People try to to laugh it off, but the truth of the matter is, too much stress can lead to sickness and even disease. Starting an exercise program to reduce stress levels should be one of your top priorities.
Exercise will help strengthen your immune system and bring your stress level down. Even simple activities like stretching, walking, jogging or hiking will strengthen your heart, lungs and muscles and increase your endurance.
Walking may be the best exercise choice for most people. No equipment or membership is necessary and you can do it almost anywhere. Walking can be a very enjoyable activity, especially if you recruit a partner and go out for a walk with the intention of enjoying each others company. Walking with a friend will make the activity something you'll look forward to.
Slowly increase the intensity of your walking workout to increase the health benefits. Pick up the pace and walk a bit farther each week. Walking can be the best overall activity for your health if you do it properly. That means pushing yourself so you maintain your target heart rate for 20 minutes or so. If you don't know your target heart rate, you can easily find it online. Buy a good quality heart rate monitor if you don't have one.
Before you start your walk, you should do some simple stretches so you loosen up any tight muscles, especially in your legs, but also in your shoulders neck and back. Stretching will get the blood pumping and help you to avoid injury.
There are a variety of activities that you could choose that will help reduce stress in your life. But walking is easy and inexpensive. It's an activity that allows you to get your workout in fast, and that's important if you are on a tight schedule. You can do your stretches and your walk, in as little as 30-35 minutes. Surely you can find a half an hour a day for something that will make you healthier.
Even if you go for shorter walks occasionally, the combination of exercise and social interaction will dramatically reduce stress in your life. So get a good pair of comfortable shoes and a heart rate monitor, and start walking regularly. It will not only reduce stress, it will make you feel great. - 16004
Reducing stress is an excellent reason to get started. Think about how many times you've heard someone say about an ailment, "oh, it's just stress related". People try to to laugh it off, but the truth of the matter is, too much stress can lead to sickness and even disease. Starting an exercise program to reduce stress levels should be one of your top priorities.
Exercise will help strengthen your immune system and bring your stress level down. Even simple activities like stretching, walking, jogging or hiking will strengthen your heart, lungs and muscles and increase your endurance.
Walking may be the best exercise choice for most people. No equipment or membership is necessary and you can do it almost anywhere. Walking can be a very enjoyable activity, especially if you recruit a partner and go out for a walk with the intention of enjoying each others company. Walking with a friend will make the activity something you'll look forward to.
Slowly increase the intensity of your walking workout to increase the health benefits. Pick up the pace and walk a bit farther each week. Walking can be the best overall activity for your health if you do it properly. That means pushing yourself so you maintain your target heart rate for 20 minutes or so. If you don't know your target heart rate, you can easily find it online. Buy a good quality heart rate monitor if you don't have one.
Before you start your walk, you should do some simple stretches so you loosen up any tight muscles, especially in your legs, but also in your shoulders neck and back. Stretching will get the blood pumping and help you to avoid injury.
There are a variety of activities that you could choose that will help reduce stress in your life. But walking is easy and inexpensive. It's an activity that allows you to get your workout in fast, and that's important if you are on a tight schedule. You can do your stretches and your walk, in as little as 30-35 minutes. Surely you can find a half an hour a day for something that will make you healthier.
Even if you go for shorter walks occasionally, the combination of exercise and social interaction will dramatically reduce stress in your life. So get a good pair of comfortable shoes and a heart rate monitor, and start walking regularly. It will not only reduce stress, it will make you feel great. - 16004
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