WE all need to be conscious regarding our health, daily exercise, and nutritional habits. Although a small number of people incorporate some sort of diet and exercise into their daily schedule, the majority still do not see this as a priority. Even though there are many new and fast acting diet and exercise regimens advertised to help over weight individuals, not many work. “The ultimate cure for obesity is exercise”. The reality is that people need to accept that the only way to stay healthy is by eating properly, and leading an active lifestyle.
Regular exercise is a primary element in achieving this goal. As individuals gain weight and become obese even everyday activities are more difficult. Overweight people tend to be much less active than someone who is fit. They are happiest expending the least amount of energy as possible. “They’d rather lie down than sit, and they’d rather sit than stand”. This becomes a never-ending cycle.
When at least thirty minutes of exercise is incorporated into their day the energy level is jolted and that is when the weight will start to come off. Exercise controls weight, increases energy, and improves a person’s mood. It is a natural appetite suppressant and alleviates the feeling of hunger. Working out also alters the person’s metabolism and helps them burn calories.
Exercise is being used for more than just weight loss. Psychiatrists have successfully been treating individuals with mood disorders, by using it as therapy. Even after ten minutes of exercise the mood levels start to rise and will last during exercise and up to seventeen hours afterward. The most efficient way to raise the mood levels is to do intense exercise. Studies show that intense exercise raises mood levels higher than slow walking.
Along with frequent exercise, an individual needs to develop healthy eating habits. A healthy diet protects overall health by giving the