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by Shahnaz Husain
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Q Why is regular exercise important to
a person’s health? Q What role can exercise play in a person’s
fitness routine?
A Exercise is certainly beneficial for good
health, not only physically, but also mentally
and even spiritually. Yoga, for instance, leads
to meditation and knowledge of the inner
self. Exercise supplies precious oxygen to
every tissue and this, itself makes way for
good health. Lack of physical activity means
poor blood circulation and inadequate
oxygen for the tissue cells. This can lead to
lack of energy and vitality, chronic fatigue
and lethargy. In fact, daily exercise helps us to
stimulate the circulation and improves bodily
functions and functions of the internal
organs. Exercise helps to prevent many
chronic illnesses, like heart ailments,
type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure
and diseases associated with it. In fact,
it also helps in coping with mental
stress. We live in a highly competitive
world and stress has become a part of life,
which actually leads to several ailments.
Exercise helps us to
stay healthy and
free from such
ailments. A It makes the body strong, supple and agile,
strengthens and tones the muscles, increases stamina
and energy levels, imparts vitality and generally
promotes physical fitness. Exercise is a potent remedy
for pre-mature aging, not only because it strengthens
the body, but also keeps it looking trim and fit.
Indeed, where the appearance is concerned, exercise
can take years off and help in looking youthful for a
longer time. Exercise helps in reducing weight and
also maintaining the ideal weight. However, if you
wish to take up an exercise programme, it is best to
consult your doctor first. Stretching is of immense
value in improving the figure. Stretching exercises can
be done as part of “warming up” for your main
exercise programme. You can start your day with a
few stretching exercises even before getting out of
bed in the morning. There are many physical activities
one can choose from among walking, jogging,
swimming, cycling, skipping and so on. An organized
programme, under professional guidance can also
have several benefits. These are usually programmed
towards better functioning of the body, starting with
light exercises and then progressing to more
strenuous ones. This ensures that the body gets used
to physical activity and there is no strain on any
area.
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