Breaking the habit of a sedentary lifestyle and replacing with a health-conscious option may be hard to get used to, but making exercise a new way of life will reap in long-term benefits. Your heart will be able to pump increased amounts of blood, as well as lowering your heart rate in a period of rest. Your cholesterol levels can also be regulated. Blood pressure can be reduced and excess weight can become a thing of the past.
Before beginning any sort of exercise program there are a few basics to keep in mind, whether the fitness regime is for yourself or your whole family:
* Be sure to get your physician’s approval before starting any new fitness regime. This is especially important if there are any health issues which could be magnified by a particular form of exercise.
* Choose an activity you will enjoy. If your fitness regime is based upon aspects of exercise you are not enthusiastic about, chances are you won’t stick to it. Even light activity practised daily can help you become fit.
* Consider your schedule. Although you and/or your family might have very busy schedules, it’s important to fit in your exercise time. Taking the stairs instead of the elevator is an option, or try getting off the bus a few stops sooner and walking the rest of the way. The activities you choose don’t necessarily mean going to the gym for an hour four days a week.
Besides the physical health considerations related to sticking to your fitness routine, there are the psychological or mental aspects to think about as well. With increased energy levels, you’ll be prepared to tackle other daily activities you may have previously found difficult. Household chores and other tasks are of less concern because you will have the additional energy needed to get these things done. This will allow you to feel more relaxed, both physically and mentally. This new-found relaxation may help alleviate feelings of anxiety.
If you feel stressed in regards to your physical appearance, this too can improve as you begin to strengthen and tone your body with a regular fitness regime. By default you will want to go out of the home more often, since you are aware of the improvement in your physical well-being.
Choosing activities you can take part in as a family is also a good choice. The time you have to bond with each member of your family while getting everyone active will strengthen not only bodies, but relationships as well.
As you can see, sticking to a regular fitness regime has many perks and benefits. So get the kids off the couch, step away from your computer, and get moving. Even if it’s only for a short time, it’s your family’s routine, health and image at stake. Take the lead and get everyone started down the road to healthy living.
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