Is one of your resolutions for 2023 to become more active physically?

For whatever reason, it is essential to incorporate moderate amounts of exercise into your lifestyle, providing you with health and psychological benefits in your everyday life. We assure you that if physical activity is not yet on your list of New Year’s resolutions, we will provide you with enough motivation to consider adding it to your list and show you how to begin:

Physical Activity Benefits:

Assists in the prevention of:

• Cardiovascular problems such as ischemic heart disease and hypertension.
• Overweight and obesity.
• Type 2 Diabetes and some types of cancer.
• Osteoporosis and fall-related fractures in older adults.

Assists in the improvement of :

• Immune system capacity.
• Energy and vitality.
• Blood circulation.
• Neuromotor coordination.
• Quality of life and increases longevity.
• Musculoskeletal health
• Mood and Self-esteem

Reduces:

• Symptoms associated with depression, anxiety and stress.
• The risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia.
• The risk of chronic diseases and premature death.

How to include physical activity?

Often, people think that the only way to incorporate physical activity into their routine is to go to the gym or go for a run every day. Lack of time, due to work commitments, family responsibilities, and responsibilities to friends, partners, or other activities, is the most common factor preventing people from achieving this goal. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), adults only need to exercise 150 minutes a week to benefit from it. Two days of moderate-intensity physical activity and two days of muscle-strengthening exercise will be the first step in the upcoming health journey. From Aesthetic and Wellness Clinic, we want to share five practical beginner’s physical activities that will help you start this new year’s goal:

1. Review your life habits and make an effort to move more during the hours that you have identified as being the most sedentary. Simple changes can be made to improve one’s health. This includes taking active breaks, getting out for a walk, cleaning the house, or choosing the stairs rather than using the elevator.

2. To condition the body, gradually increase the intensity of the activities. It is imperative to include cardio, resistance, and strength training in your exercise program.

3. Don’t forget to stretch before and after physical activity. Stretching ensures that the muscles have tone and resistance, as well as elasticity, which helps prevent pulls and tears. Each major muscle group should be stretched for 60 seconds at least twice a week.

4. As a matter of fact, it is not necessary to use protein complexes in order to start or maintain any type of physical activity, and it is more important to consume a healthy and balanced diet.

5. Make sure you consult your physician if you are experiencing discomfort or any specific health condition, and determine what types of physical activity you can perform without putting yourself at risk.

   Now that you know the benefits, are you ready to get started? Don’t let another year go without giving your body the health and wellness it deserves. Remember that everything is a process, including physical activity.

   At Aesthetic and Wellness Clinic, we are committed to promoting the health and quality of life of our patients. Happy holidays and a prosperous new year filled with good health and happiness.