If you get your information from The American Medical Association, the Center for Disease and Control or the millions of web sites and books about the importance of exercise, the results are much the same and shocking. Reports state that there are between 60 and 80 percent of Americans that live a sedentary lifestyle and there are over 260,000 deaths a year in the United States that can attribute to lack of regular physical activity. In plain language, that means ‘to much sitting.’ Lets do the math. If you sleep approximately 8 hours, how much activity are you getting in the rest of the 16 hours a day? If your job requires sitting at a desk most of the day, then you have twice as much of a battle to stay fit.
All Medical Associations, Medical doctors, Naturopathic doctors, Physical trainers and Life Couches will suggest that we should do somewhere between 30 minute to 60 minutes of good exercise a day, otherwise we put our health at risk for many diseases. In my last interview with Dr. Garcia, Heart Surgeon and Specialist in Tucson, he verified that “Exercise is vital in the support for good cardiovascular health and over all well-being.”. He claimed, “Once people get caught up in the wrong ‘comfort zone’ it is very hard for them to get out of it” Dr. Garcia also reported that some patients have been able to reduce their medications just by getting involved in a daily exercise program. Dr. Oz also stated on his show that “sitting one hour less a day can add years to your life.”
Do you want to move more, but are having a hard time getting motivated? Are you caught up in a rut that is not benefiting you? Are you depressed, feel tired, having problems sleeping, gaining weight, suffering from back aches or battling health issues? Ask yourself ‘Are you doing everything you can do to become physically fit?
Do you have a habit of saying “I will do it tomorrow or later ?”
Here are some suggesting that might help.
1. Think about what it is that is stopping you from becoming motivated.
2. Evaluate your lifestyle. Be honest. Calculate the time you spend sitting.
3. Think about the benefits your missing by sitting to long or laying on the couch.
4. Talk to a Life Coach, Trainer or Teacher that can help decide what is right for you.
5. Read and Research. Learn how physical activity can enhance your immune system.
6. Learn about the hazards of a sedentary lifestyle.
Education is a very important step in making changes. Keep health magazines and articles around the house. Read as much as you can. Listen to CD’s for inspiration. This will reprogram your mind and will give you the will power to get started.
7. Talk to others about their physical activities and exchange ideas.
8. If you are under doctors care for any reason, discuss these changes with your doctor.
9. You have to spend hours at a time. Start slow- 20 minutes a day.
10. Get in the habit of adding exercise into your daily routine.
11. Find something that you enjoy that makes you excited about moving.
There are many ideas to get you started; dancing, swimming, walking, bike riding, gardening, yoga, Zumba, walking the dogs, family outings and sports.
Don’t just watch the kids while you talk on the cell phone. Get active with them. There is something for everyone. . Think about the examples that you are setting for those you love.
These are fun and easy steps to enhance a healthier lifestyle.
12. Find a friend that is willing to make a commitment with you and make a plan.
If you plan to work out alone or spend quality time with love ones, the benefits are endless. .You will be so thankful once you see and feel the improvements. Give exercise a change.
Improve your mind, body and spirit.
Find a ‘Healthy Zone’ that works for you.
