“Judicious
EXERCISE will induce the blood to the
surface, and thus relieve the internal organs…will promote the
circulation, giving a healthful glow to the
skin, and sending the blood, vitalized
by the pure air, to the extremities.” {HL
132.8}
“By judicious EXERCISE they may expand the chest and strengthen the muscles…” {HL 133.1}
“Moderate EXERCISE every day will impart strength to the muscles, which without exercise become flabby and enfeebled. …In a short time you will so realize the benefit of exercise and pure air that you would not live without these blessings.” {2T 533.1}
“…PHYSICAL EXERCISE. Thus in simple language we may teach the people how to preserve health, how to avoid sickness…” {SpM 137.2}
“…I have learned by experience that if we would have health, we must take a proper amount of active EXERCISE…” {HR, August 1, 1873 par. 14}
WHAT TYPE OF EXERCISE IS BEST?
“…There is no EXERCISE that can take the place of walking...” (3T 78.2)
“There is no EXERCISE that will prove as beneficial to every part of the body as walking. Active walking in the open air will do more for women, to preserve them in health if they are well, than any other means. Walking is also one of the most efficient remedies for the recovery of health of the invalid. The hands and arms are exercised as well as the limbs.” -- H. R. {HL 130.2}
We are a sedentary nation of couch potatoes addicted to computer games, TV, and spectator sports. We need exercise! Children, who once were off the charts in exercise demand, now sit; and way too much – 17 percent are overweight or obese, largely due to sitting. This makes them prone to adult type 2 diabetes, with its dire complications.
Pregnancy: Moms to-be, you need to get out and get going! Research shows that moderate exercise increases placental blood flow and decreases risks of pregnancy. When you exercise, so does your baby. It decreases baby’s resting heart rate and birth weight – important conditioning parameters.
EXERCISE MAY HELP:
- Control Weight – The metabolic rate increases, burning more calories even at rest!
- Increase lung capacity and recharge oxygen supply
- Improve blood pressure, circulation, and strengthen your heart
- Lower cholesterol and improve blood flow in the arteries – it can even help reverse arteriosclerosis!
- Relieve stress, tension, and depression, and improve sleep naturally – without a pill!
- Promote the body’s ability to get rid of toxic wastes.
- Improve Metabolism – Stabilizes blood sugar.
- Strengthen the bones and counteract osteoporosis
- Increase physical strength and tone of muscles by improving oxygen utilization.
- Improve posture and decrease back problems
- Prevent the big C word – CANCER
WHAT KIND OF ACTIVITY IS BEST?
- Walking is the ideal exercise.
- Other good activities include swimming, cycling, gardening, and yard work.
- One of the special benefits of exercising outside is combining at least three health principles:
- A daily program of at least sixty minutes is best for maximum benefit. The important thing is that you enjoy what you do and do it regularly.
EXERCISE PRECAUTIONS
- Start slowly and progress gradually.
- It is better to exercise before a meal than right after a meal.
- Allow time to warm up and cool down.
- Discontinue your exercise and see your physician should you have any of the following symptoms:
- Pain in the chest, teeth, jaw, neck, arms, bones, or joints.
- Difficulty in breathing, light-headedness, or fainting.
- Irregular heart rate during exercise or recovery period.
- Excess fatigue.
- Recurrent nausea or vomiting occurring after exercise.
A balanced and well-planned exercise program is one of the wisest investments you can make. Choose an activity that you enjoy and stick to it. Have fun and feel better every day!
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