YOUR FITNESS
Our bodies are designed to move - they actually thrive on being used. Sitting for long periods of time at a desk or watching afternoon TV does us few favours. We all know the feeling of having sat for too long and when we get up to make a cup of tea, our back is stiff and our legs are reluctant to carry us. Not only that, we may also feel sluggish and weary, even though we haven't really done anything.
Without physical activity, our bodies decline. But with it, they grow strong and become rejuvenated. And it is not just our bodies either. possibly one of the greatest effects of physical activity is on the mind. All of us hold a perception of our ability to undertake activities - it is called 'body consciousness'. This belief stems from what we think we can do rather than what we can actually do. It's affected by our mood level, level of self confidence, past experiences and general health. Being physically active improves our mood, self confidence and 'body consciousness'. We start to believe that we can rather than we cannot
Physical Benefits of Exercise- Strengthens muscles and bones
- Strengthens the heart
- Improves lubrication and nutrition of the joints
- Controls and manages body weight
- Increases energy
- Improves sleep patterns
- Boosts the immune system
- Eliminates toxins from the body
- Improves posture
- Improves Flexibility and range of movement
- Improves overall quality of life
- Reductions in blood pressure
- Reduced arthritic Pain
- Decreased lower back pain
- Reduces depression and increases mood elevation
- Improved sense of control and self confidence in specific situations
- Improved sense of well-being
- Improved self-belief in one's abilities
- Increased self-efficacy