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How to
Look Younger Provided
by ISL Consulting Co.
What do you picture when you imagine someone in their prime? A healthy,
well shaped body? Energy to spare? A quick step, good posture and a
bearing that suggests confidence and enthusiasm? And how do you attain that
youthful appearance and energetic condition? Modern research tells us that
the real Fountain of Youth is regular physical activity. Physical fitness helps you
look young and be healthy. It keeps your body in top shape and provides
you with the energy and stamina you need to pursue all your interests. It
can prolong life, and perhaps most importantly, can improve the quality of
that life. Reduce
the Risk of Disease Regular physical activity
fortifies your immune system and helps you to avoid or recover more
quickly from colds and other minor maladies. It can also help to prevent
and in some cases reverse many chronic conditions we associate with aging:
coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, some cancers,
arthritis, osteoporosis, and depression. If you are inactive, you lose
muscle tone and strength. Your bones lose density making them fragile and
prone to the debilitating fractures of osteoporosis. You might also be
overweight, adding stress to both your heart and your skeletal support
structure while increasing your risk for coronary heart disease, high
blood pressure, and diabetes. Regular exercise helps to
burn fat, build muscle and restore bone strength. As muscle and bone take
up their support positions, the strain on your cardiovascular, respiratory
and skeletal systems is decreased. The efficiency of your heart and lungs
increases and the energy formerly used to simply maintain your body is now
available to use in daily activities. Add flexibility exercises to
your routine and you can regain some of youth's elasticity by increasing
your joint mobility and range of motion while relieving back and joint
pain. Build
Energy When we restore muscle tone
and strength, fatigue melts away as our energy level increases. Regular
aerobic exercise improves the health of your heart, lungs and circulatory
system. Strength training increases your metabolism and builds lean muscle
mass. The net result is increased stamina and endurance that allows you to
play longer and harder while comfortably enjoying your daily activities
without stress and strain. Stay
Fit and Trim You can control your weight
and preserve a youthful shape with regular physical exercise. You'll burn
more fat and, over time, bring your body fat percentage into a healthy
range. You'll also increase your muscle mass. With more muscle mass your
body burns more calories both while you are exercising and while you are
at rest. With a little research you can learn which exercises will best
help you to firm and shape specific areas of your body. Remember to
maintain a balanced routine so as not to overwork or risk injury to a
specific muscle group. As you shape and strengthen
your muscles they are better able to help support your spine, a key factor
in good posture. By stretching you can improve your flexibility and
contribute to the smooth functioning of your joints. Together, healthy
bones and muscles help you to keep your balance, move with agility and
grace, and maintain a healthy and youthful appearance. Feel
Better about Yourself People who exercise regularly
say they do it because "it makes me feel good." Research has
proven that exercise improves your sense of well being. Attending to your
health and appearance gives you a sense of control and just getting
started on a fitness program will make you feel better about yourself. The
energy you gain as you increase your strength and flexibility will spill
over into other areas of your life, allowing you to enthusiastically
pursue your favorite activities. As you work toward your goals you'll find
your self-esteem and confidence growing. You'll manage your stress better
and develop an increasingly positive outlook on life. Dip
into the Fountain of Youth |
