Exercise
In order to get back in shape or just maintain a healthy body
weight, incorporating exercise into your day is an important routine
to get into and stick with.
The key to making exercise a part of
your day that you just don’t “skip” is to find a few activities that
you love and keep you interested. Whether it’s walking your dog
through your neighborhood hills, biking along the local marina, or
taking up a spinning class at your local gym, keep it fun and it
will become a part of your day that you look forward to.
If you are out of shape, it’s wise to check with your doctor and
have your annual check-up so you have a good starting point to track
your progress. If you think you have 3 or more metabolic risk
factors that are putting you at an increased risk for developing
heart disease or
type 2 diabetes, you may want to find out if you
have Metabolic Syndrome.
Know your numbers. Being aware of your
cholesterol profile is the
key to reducing your risk of heart disease. Learn what your numbers
mean and how you can bring them into the heart healthy range through
diet and exercise.
Drop pounds. Reduce your waistline and your cholesterol with diet,
exercise and a heart healthy supplement like
CardioTrim. Check out
where your body weight falls on our BMI Calculator.
Eat smarter. A heart healthy diet does not require sacrifice or
deprivation. Learn how to create quick, flavorful dishes that will
keep you satisfied- www.cookinglight.com has great recipes. You do
not have to give up your favorite foods either, think moderation!
There are new chocolates on the market that are actually
heart healthy. Read more at www.Cocoavia.com.
Get moving. Even modest exercise can have a significant impact on
your numbers. A good workout doesn't have to wear you out. As little
as 30 minutes of moderate activity on most days is recommended.
Incorporate a mind-body fitness routine into each day with walking,
yoga, Pilates or a Balance ball workout. Get more in-depth exercise
tips from some of these sites.
Fun Ways to Exercise and get your heart healthy include:
- Biking
- Circuit training
- Aerobics
- Martial arts
- Pilates
- Yoga
- Jogging or Running
- Sports (join a local softball or volleyball team)
- Rowing & Kayaking
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Weight-training with a buddy
- Join a neighborhood Walking Club
Visit our Wellness & You section for
more Healthy Lifestyle tips you can
easily incorporate into your daily life.
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