Why you need an active lifestyle now more than ever may seem so obvious when you weigh in the pandemic. We all know it and we’ve probably given it some serious thought already, but it always helps to have more reasons push you to seek an active lifestyle. We have all been there. Try as we much, we eventually stop. Perhaps these pointers will help you get back on the fitness track.
Stress:
Stress has always run high in this fast paced world. With the pandemic more and more stress related health issues have been cropping up for a large chunk of the population. And these can have grave consequences. Hopelessness and fatigue have hit us hard. Incorporating some exercise and movement into your daily routine can help more than you think it does. Finding a little time to de-stress and unwind can help you stay healthy.
Memory:
With age our brain loses its agility. We forget things we’d otherwise know like the back of our hands. If you find yourself forgetting things easily and asking your better halves “what’s the word for..” more than you’d like to admit, it is time to adopt a more active lifestyle. Exercise the body and the brain to sharpen your memory. Now this doesn’t mean playing games on your mobile. Put the gadgets away. Give the mind a break from the endless cycle of digital consumption.
Energy to fight disease:
When you barely move from the couch to your work station, maybe a trip to the kitchen, and then back to bed, you will find that your body feels more lethargic. Incorporate power walking on breaks around the house as an energy booster in between your WFH day. Your body needs energy to fight disease. With the pandemic around your energy will work harder to prevent illness. Start small. Light activity can help shake off lethargy.
Improved bone and muscle health:
This is an important reason to lead an active lifestyle and exercise often. When you exercise your muscles experience minute tears which the body heals. These tears throw the body into repair mode. The muscles heal and become stronger. You might find it difficult to squat 5 times on your first attempt. Give it a week and you will find yourself easily squatting to 25 counts. Squats are a great way to strengthen your leg muscles and improve knee health. Exercising not only helps improve muscle health but also helps your bone health.
Sleep:
Good news for those who love sleeping. To lead an active lifestyle sleep is probably the most important thing to do. Your body needs rest after exercise to heal and repair. You probably have noticed the effect a good night’s rest can have on your day. If you sleep well you’re recharged and refreshed to take on your day. Exercising helps you sleep better. If you stay awake watching your favourite new series in bed you’re doing more harm to your body than you’re willing to accept. You might use the most favourite excuse we all like to cite. “It helps me relax and de-stress”. Exercise can help you de-stress and relax better than any series online. Don’t bring your phone to bed. Put it away. Treat your sleep time like a holy ritual. Practise a routine to help you fall asleep quickly. If you get enough exercise in the day, you will fall asleep quickly. Good 8 hours of undisturbed sleep will keep you healthy.
Enough with the excuses just get on with it. Start slow but keep give your body a challenge when you think it’s ready for it. The same exercise routine without any changes won’t help your fitness levels grow. Conquer your routine and then include a challenging new bit to it.Conquer that and include another. Repeat.
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