In my last article I discussed three ways you can help
improve your current fitness levels. By implementing
positive lifestyle changes, using the services of a fitness
trainer and taking advantage of fitness equipment you can
quickly start to improve your fitness levels. With these
improved fitness levels come a number of benefits which I
will discuss in this article.
1) INCREASED ENERGY LEVELS:- When you exercise your heart
works harder to pump the blood through your body. As you
continue to exercise the strength of your heart increases
and it can pump more blood throughout your body, providing
more energy to muscles where it is needed. Your other
muscles also have to work harder as you exercise and this
increases their stamina levels. The overall impact is
improved energy levels for you.
2) IMPROVED APPEARANCE:- Fitness training will improve the
overall appearance of your body even if this was not your
initial goal. By performing the exercises you will reduce
your body fat levels and increase the strength and tone of
your muscles. Even if you are targetting specific areas of
the body with your fitness program, other parts will also
show improvements. For example, if you are training to
tone your arms, your chest and shoulders will also show
some improvement.
3) IMPROVED BODY RESISTANCE:- By training regularly your
body will develop a resistance to a number of different
ailments. If you suffer from diabetes, high blood
pressure, high cholesterol or arthiritis, exercising
regularly can help reduce the symptoms. If you are
exercising to improve your resistance to certain ailments
it is advisable that you consult your doctor for advice.
They will be able to tell you the best exercises for your
particular condition. For example, intensive running is
unlikely to be suitable for people suffering from
arthiritis.
4) IMPROVED MENTAL CAPACITY:- There are a number of
theories that suggest physical exercise can improve your
brain. One theory is that the dicipline of sticking to a
training routine gives you the dicipline to organise your
mind. Another suggestion is that when you exercise you
empty your mind of the stress and worries associated with
your life and become easily focussed. A third theory is
that physical exercise triggers a feeling of happiness and
relaxation because it promotes the release of additional
chemicals (some believe endorphins, others believe
anandamide).
5) IMPROVED RELAXATION:- If you exercise regularly you have
a number of slots each week which allow you to escape from
everything else that is going on in your life. You can use
this time to reflect on what you want to reflect on without
having to worry about the problems in your life. This may
be the only time you get to truly relax and escape from
your 'normal life'. Regular exercise also increases your
body temperature and has a soothing effect which lowers
your anxiety and stress levels and helps you sleep more
soundly.
As you can see fitness training has many positive benefits.
If you have not yet started participating in a regular
exercise routine why not give it a try? You do not have
much to lose and there are potentially massive benefits to
gain.
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