Recently I started incorporating strength training in my Physical activity. We know that regular physical activity promotes general good health, reduces the risk of developing many diseases, and helps you live a longer and healthier life. For many of us, “exercise” means walking, jogging, treadmill work, or other activities that get the heart pumping. But often overlooked is the value…
Walking regularly can help reduce high blood pressure and high cholesterol, both of which contribute to heart disease. According to the long-term Nurses’ Health Study, which follows the habits and health of 72,000 female nurses, three hours of brisk walking each week (that’s just 30 minutes per day) can lower a woman’s risk of heart disease by 30% to 40%.…
A lot of people are making resolution’s to lose weight, which is great. One thing to do is add exercise in your daily life, its not just for losing weight. If you exercise and keep your diet the same, you may gain some muscle, improve endurance, and be healthier overall, but you won’t shed many pounds. But exercise is critical, but not for the…