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7 reasons to stay active
Oct 21, 2020
Studies have found that inactivity increases the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Inactivity can also have a negative effect on your metabolic rate. Even short periods of inactivity can reduce cardiovascular fitness, lower insulin
sensitivity, and increases body fat storage. Your Chiropractor understands the importance of keeping your body moving. Muscle, spine, and nervous system experts have shared some of the key reasons why staying active is vital for long term health.
WHY STAY ACTIVE?
Regular exercise and physical activity make us mentally and physically healthier. Here are some top 7 reasons to stay active:
- Build Healthy Bones And Muscles
- Current evidence suggests that exercise can increase bone density and reduce the risk of fractures and falls in older adults. Research has also shown that exercise combined with chiropractic adjustments can be an
alternative to medication and decrease osteoarthritis’s daily Symptoms. - Control And Prevent Obesity
- Obesity is often associated with many life-threatening ailments (such as diabetes and high blood pressure). Exercise in combination with a healthy diet is the most effective preventative to obesity and is vital when working towards a health weight loss and weight maintenance program. Exercise increases your total energy consumption, which maintains an energy balance in the body.
- Reduce Lower Back Pain
- Sitting around will contribute to back pain. Prolonged inactivity can lead to incidences of back pain, leading to increased stiffness, weakness, and inflammation. Exercise, especially exercises that improve core strength, has proven to be very effective in improving joint function. Exercises like yoga, swimming, cycling and walking are low impact, protecting joints from unwanted injury.
- Boost Your Mental Health
- Exercise is not just about muscle mass or aerobic prowess. Exercise will improve your physical and mental health, help maintain a healthy weight, improve your sex life and statically help you live longer. The benefits to your mental health are extensive. Exercise will have a profound impact on chronic stress, depression, anxiety and ADHD. Exercise will also help improve sleep that in turn will help in the management of chronic stress.
- Prevent The Risk of Cancer & Cardiovascular Disease
- Cancer and heart disease are the two leading causes of death around the globe. Researches have proven that exercise can protect you from developing some types of cancers. Exercise also decreases the risk of
heart disease because it helps reduce the amount of unhealthy fats and cholesterol. Exercise supplies oxygen and nutrients to the tissues and helps the cardiovascular system work more efficiently. - Help Managing Diabetes
- Diabetes is known as the world’s fastest-growing chronic condition. There is a significant body of research demonstrating the relationship between regular exercise, eating a healthy diet and the prevention and
management of Diabetes. Chiropractic manipulations can also assist in the management of diabetes.
Adjustments enhance nerve signals to the pancreas and increase insulin production and function. ‘A 4 year old female with type 1 diabetes. After 24 chiropractic adjustments, there
was a significant decrease in hemoglobin A1C, thus reducing the amount of insulin injections’ (Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health Chiropractic, 2011)’ - Improve Your Overall Appearance
- Not only can exercise help you feel better but look better! Along with following your chiropractor’s advice regarding regular adjustments, a healthy diet plan, exercise and possibly a great supplement, you could be
looking and feeling your best within no time! Supplements we recommend are Juice Plus. https://dr- blankenship.juiceplus.com/us/en
BENEFITS OF STAYING ACTIVE
- Healthy weight
- Lower blood pressure
- Lower cholesterol levels
- Decrease heart attack risk
- Decrease heart disease risk
- Reduce the risk of falling
- Lessen the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and some types of cancer
- Have strong muscles, joints, and bones, reducing the risk of osteoporosis
- Feel better - with more energy, a better mood, sleep better, and feel more relaxed.
The Takeaway
Improve your overall health by making exercise a part of your daily routine. Contact your chiropractor if you would like to learn more about managing your health through exercise.
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