Exercise For the Heart - Why Tip the Scale in Your Favor?

Any heart health diet will only be effective if coupled with a regular routine of exercise for the heart. The biggest challenge for all busy people is finding time in our busy calendars for exercise, most especially for those parents who are both working full time. If you are one of those who live in a frantic pace, just remember that the benefits of exercise for the heart far outweighs the sacrifices that you have to make, long term.

Try asking people who have successfully managed to incorporate regular cardiovascular exercise in their weekly routine, they'll be sure to tell you how happy they are to have found the time to exercise. Now's not the time to make excuses! Make a conscious decision to take an active role in determining your future health. Yes, you deserve to give yourself the gift of living well that's only achievable with good health.

Why is it so important to get and stay active?

Research has proven and the facts are all clear: by clearing your hectic schedule for exercising for at least 30 minutes every day or at least thrice a week you can significantly minimize your risk of heart disease. If you deprive your body the luxury of regular physical activity, your system will eventually lose its ability to function optimally and its strength. Yes, physical activity and exercise equates to living a healthier and longer life.

Here are the benefits of exercise for the heart:

1.Increases the levels of good cholesterol in your blood

2.Decreases your blood pressure levels

3.Regulate blood sugar through improving the ways on how your body uses insulin

4.Achieve and maintain a good body weight

5.Successfully reduce and manage stress

6.Best of all, keeping active will make you feel good about yourself. (Do you know that during exercise, your body releases endorphins, the 'feel good' hormones?)

I strongly urge you to spend at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise every week, and if your condition permits, at least 75 minutes of vigorous exercise. You can also try to incorporate a blend of vigorous and moderate exercise in one routine. Before engaging in any form of cardiovascular exercise, it's best to consult with your health practitioner, more so if you have risk factors for developing heart ailments.

Keep in mind that physical activity or exercise for the heart can be anything that burns calories and makes you move your body. Be creative in coming up with ways on how you can exert while enjoying the process.

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