Are You Thinking Exercise?

Why are we so concerned about exercising? People are meant to move about their environment and the movement itself encompasses a theme of exercise. As you may have noticed, a simple exercise gives us more stamina, a good feeling about ourselves and a feeling of accomplishment. We all strive to have more energy throughout the day, feel good about ourselves (not necessarily visually) and that we actually did something good for ourselves. In other words, according to Myoclinic.com exercise enhances our health, mood, energy level, promotes better sleep. From to Steven N. Blair and Jon c. Connelly’s 1996 report in Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, stated that even a low level exercise greatly improves health both in women and men.

Why exercising can be so cumbersome? One way to look at the concept of exercise is that everywhere we look, there is an opportunity to be active, even walking for hours and hours shopping in a mall are exercising activities. On the other hand, after a long day many of us prefer to relax, watch a TV program, or do something that requires much less of an effort than exercising. Incorporating an exercise into your daily routine may not be as easy (whether it is attending a sports club, going for a regular walk or exercising at home). Designating a certain time and location for an exercise is an ideal initial plan for an exercise engagement, shuffling our exercise routines may keep us more engaged and eager to participate.

How frequently do we have to exercise and for how long? Mayoclinic.com states that a daily 30 minute exercise does the job. Mayoclinic.com also reminds us to visit a physician and ask if certain exercises are better for those with health concerns. Suzanne, an ACE-certified Lifestyle & Weight Management Coach, suggests that we don’t have to do exercises every day, because we need to allow our muscles to repair themselves. Thus, 3 to 5 days of an exercise with a time ranging from 20 to 60 minutes. If you are to engage in a long distance running or a vigorous activity, don’t forget to stretch in order to reduce the muscle strain.

What is the best time to exercise?  To many of us, the best time to exercise is when we are willing to allocate the time or when the time permits, because of our busy schedules. Elisabeth Quinn, a former national silver medalist in road and track cycling who also worked at sports medicine clinics, suggests that an evening exercise are most optimal. In general, a morning exercise is best for our routine incorporation, whereas a late night exercise (depending on the nature of exercises) tend to reduce the effects of insomnia.

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