The importance of exercise cannot be over
emphasised - brisk walking, jogging or Yoga or hard games
are vitally important for health. These activities are an
easy way for most people to get regular exercises, as
these do not require special facilities or equipments.
However, one should consult a doctor before starting any
exercise programme.
A 60 year old man, who exercises regularly is more fit
than one of 40 years who takes no physical exercise.
Swimming is by far the best form of exercise for
everyone. It makes the whole body work without
over-burdening it.
Benefits
Makes you feel more
energetic, enables better use of oxygen in the
body, increases the lung capacity and also
increases metabolic rate ;
Increases resistance
to fatigue and various diseases and give a new
zest to life
Tones up the muscles,
glands, relieves muscular tension and cramps and
increases stamina /strength ;
Improves efficiency
of the heart, lungs and all the organs of the
body in general by improving blood circulation
which in turn improves the nutrition supply to
the tissues and elimination of wastes ;
Reduces high blood
pressure and cholesterol, increases HDL ( good
cholesterol ) ;
Helps to control
appetite, weight, diabetes,spondylosis, back pain
etc. and improves digestion / bowel movement ;
Improves the ability
to fall asleep quickly and soundly ;
Helps in coping with
stress, depression, tension and anxiety.
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