Weight management and exercise programs
Diet is obviously important in any weight management program but it
must be combined with an activity program. Trying to lose weight
without addressing the exercise levels is a recipe for failure.
Activity can mean a variety of things, including exercise, dog
walking, washing the windows, house cleaning or even shopping. All
are factors that contribute to your daily activity level. Around an
hour a day in total is worth aiming for. The amount of physical
activity that an individual can do on a daily basis depends on
their personal level of fitness. If you are not sure how much
activity to undertake, consult your GP to get guidance.
Exercise burns calories, simple as that. The more the exercise, the
more calories are burnt. Muscles burn calories, even at rest, so
increasing your bodies muscle content works well to keep weight
under control.
Benefits of exercise include;
- Increased metabolism means more calories are burned, so weight
- management is easier.
- Blood pressure is reduced
- Increased efficiency of the heart
- Muscles and bones increase in strength
- Increasing fitness means your are less fatigued at the days end
- Your sleep patterns are improved
- You will feel and look better in yourself
- This will increase your confidence
- Improved sex life
Digest the facts above and realize the benefits of exercise as a
routine in your life. It is the only way to make sure that you
control your weight and more importantly, that you don’t put it
straight back on again.You don’t have to set out to strain yourself
lifting weights and exhausting your body. Take it easy to start
with – a 10 minute walk around the block. Build on this daily until
you feel comfortable with increasing activity to the next stage.
Most of all make sure you have fun – enjoy it. Choosing an activity
that you enjoy will ensure you are more likely to stick to your new
regime.
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