Include Regular Exercise to Improve Health and Detoxify the Body

Thursday, January 08, 2009 by: Jo Hartley
Tags: exercise, health news, Natural News

(NewsTarget) There are many people who have trouble finding the motivation necessary to commit to a regular program of beneficial exercise. There are many reasons why people have trouble sticking with regular exercise. We all know that exercise is good for us, that exercise will make us strong, and that regular exercise will often help shed unwanted weight. Some people have trouble getting past issues of procrastination, laziness, and personal barriers that prevent improvement in this area, however.

Getting to the bottom of any reason for not exercising is a good idea not only for overall health and weight control, but also because exercise has been shown to be an effective way to help detoxify the body.

Regular exercise is important because moderately strenuous exercise stimulates perspiration. When the body perspires, the skin eliminates toxins and this is beneficial for overall good health. Regular exercise also improves general metabolism. To maintain a body that is not overrun by toxins, regular aerobic exercise is fundamental. It is important to realize, however, that exercise in itself will increase the toxin level in the body. For this reason, it is very important to accompany regular exercise with adequate water, antioxidants, and vitamins and minerals to replenish those lost.

One interesting fact is that regular daily exercise has been found to be one of the most effective ways to both prevent and improve diabetic symptoms.

The key to exercise success is to find at least one form of exercise that is actually enjoyed. Another key is variation to prevent boredom. Rotating the aerobic exercises so that there is variation will help keep one motivated and will also help to keep the body challenged as it becomes stronger. Experimentation with several different types of exercise will enable one to find the kinds of exercise that are preferred.

Some people prefer to exercise outside where they can breathe fresh air while they exert themselves. Others are content to find a machine that they like and use it while listening to music or watching TV. Whatever the choices made, it is true that the distraction of visual or audio stimulation will enhance most people's exercise routines and make them more enjoyable. Experimentation is the best way to find what is preferred.

Some Beneficial Forms of Aerobic Exercise:

•Walking
•Running
•Jogging
•Hiking
•Bicycling
•Swimming
•Rebounding
•Rowing
•Aerobic Classes
•Exercise Machines
•Martial Arts
•Dancing

Also Explore:

•Yoga
•Pilates
•Meditation
•Gymnastics
•Weight Lifting
•Stretching

It is not necessary to exercise to the point of exhaustion or over-exertion. One should aim for elevating the heart rate to a point where breathing is quickened, but not so much so that a conversation is impossible. Try to maintain this level of exertion for approximately 30 minutes at least 6 times a week.

The benefits of including moderate exercise into one's daily routine are huge and the positive effects will be felt almost immediately!

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Jo Hartley
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Jo is a 41 year old home educator who has always gravitated toward a natural approach to life. She enjoys learning as much as possible about just about anything!
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