EXERCISE

Hello guys today we would be discussing on exercise and body training. This is one of the most important tools in maintaining a very healthy lifestyle and i trust that you will learn a few tips that will motivate and encourage your engagement in the activity.

According to the oxfords dictionary exercise is defined as the [uncountable] physical or mental activity that you do to stay healthy or become stronger. So as we see exercise is not just about the physical aspect it also includes the mental aspect, but for today we are just gonna talk about the physical aspect.

Physical exercise is defined as any movement that makes your muscles work and requires your body to burn calories.

There are many types of physical activity, including swimming, running, jogging, walking and dancing, to name a few.

Being active has been shown to have many health benefits, both physically and mentally. It even helps you live long.Trusted Source

Here are the 5 ways physical exercise benefits your body.

1. Help you control your weight. Along with diet, exercise plays an important role in controlling your weight and preventing obesity. To maintain your weight, the calories you eat and drink must equal the energy you burn. To lose weight, you must use more calories than you eat and drink.
2. Improve your mental health and mood. During exercise, your body releases chemicals that can improve your mood and make you feel more relaxed. This can help you deal with stress and reduce your risk of depression.
3. Improve your sleep. Exercise can help you to fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.
4. Help keep your thinking, learning, and judgment skills sharp as you age. Exercise stimulates your body to release proteins and other chemicals that improve the structure and function of your brain
5. Increase your chances of living longer. Studies show that physical activity can reduce your risk of dying early from the leading causes of death, like heart disease and some cancers.

Lastly for today, I have noticed most people are aware of at least two of the benefits of exercise listed above but don't end up exercising not because they are not convinced of its importance but because they lack sufficient motivation to engage. So I decided to share some tips that can increase your motivation in other for you to accomplish your dream of being fit and having exercise as a daily routine;

• Make everyday activities more active. Even small changes can help. You can take the stairs instead of the elevator. Walk down the hall to a coworker's office instead of sending an email. Wash the car yourself. Park further away from your destination.


• Be active with friends and family. Having a workout partner may make you more likely to enjoy exercise. You can also plan social activities that involve exercise. You might also consider joining an exercise group or class, such as a dance class, hiking club, or volleyball team.


• Keep track of your progress. Keeping a log of your activity or using a fitness tracker may help you set goals and stay motivated.


• Make exercise more fun. Try listening to music or watching TV while you exercise. Also, mix things up a little bit - if you stick with just one type of exercise, you might get bored. Try doing a combination of activities.


• Find activities that you can do even when the weather is bad.You can walk in a mall, climb stairs, or work out in a gym even if the weather stops you from exercising outside.

so there we have it guys, i trust with this few tips you are on your journey to a healthier life. see you next.