2024-03-13 22:31:32
MIAMI.- The intensity of daily exercise yields favorable results for health, however, a study determined that a low level of exercise still provides benefits. The important thing is to move the body at the pace you can or want, but don’t stop doing it. At the beginning of any physical activity, a little is a lot.
According to HealthDay News in a recent finding “a little physical activity can reduce a person’s risk of Cardiovascular Accident (CVA), compared to being a couch potato” one hundred percent inactive, but with a low-effort routine the People will be giving themselves more life.
For Mayo Clinic, regular aerobic activity, such as walking, bicycling, or swimming, can help you live longer and improve your health.. Aerobic exercise positively affects the heart, lungs, and blood flow. Just by moving a little you will begin to enjoy the rewards, without having to perform a strenuous routine.
People whose physical activity levels did not meet recommended guidelines continued to have a lower risk of Cardiovascular Accident (CVA) than those who did not exercise, the study noted.
Compared with no exercise, the highest “ideal” amount of physical activity reduced stroke risk by 29%. However, even “below target” activity reduced risk by 18%, according to the research sample.
According to the results, all levels of leisure-time physical activity can be beneficial for stroke prevention, including levels that are considered low or insufficient. A jog or a simple “sub-target” walk can reduce the risk of stroke.
Active even at low levels
“People should be encouraged to be physically active even at the lowest levels,” concluded the researchers reported by HealthDay.
Overall, moderate levels of physical activity that fell below recommended levels still reduced stroke risk by 27% to 29% compared with no exercise, the researchers found.
The effects were independent of sex or age, the researchers said. Essentially, everyone can benefit from any physical activity they can do in their free time.
International guidelines recommend 150 minutes or more a week of moderate-intensity physical activity, or 75 minutes or more of vigorous activity, the researchers said in background notes, but starting with less can be a good start and then working your way up. goals.
Some examples of moderate intensity activity are brisk walking, water aerobics, ballroom dancing, gardening, doubles tennis and casual cycling, according to the American Heart Association (AHA)
Aerobic exercise to move the body
According to the Mayo Clinic, during aerobic activity, you repeatedly move your large arm muscles, legs and hips. You will notice your body’s responses quickly.
You will breathe faster and deeper. This maximizes the amount of oxygen in the blood, which increases blood flow to the muscles and back to the lungs. Your body will even release endorphins, natural pain relievers that promote a greater sense of well-being.
Aerobic activity can help you:
- Control excess weight
- Increase energy, fitness and strength
- Protect you from viral diseases
- Reduce health risks
Aerobic exercise reduces the risk of many conditionssuch as obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, stroke, and certain types of cancer.
- Control chronic diseases. Aerobic exercise can help lower blood pressure and control blood glucose. It may reduce pain and improve function in people with arthritis. It can also improve the quality of life and physical condition of people who have had cancer. If coronary artery disease is present, aerobic exercise can help control the condition.
- Strengthen the heart: A stronger heart pumps blood more efficiently, which improves blood flow to all parts of the body.
- Keep arteries clean: Aerobic exercise increases high-density lipoprotein (HDL), the “good” cholesterol, and reduces low-density lipoprotein (LDL), the “bad” cholesterol. This can reduce the buildup of plaques in the arteries.
- Improve mood: Aerobic exercise can relieve the blues of depression, reduce tension associated with anxiety, and promote relaxation. It can improve mental well-being and self-esteem. It may also improve sleep.
- Staying active and independent as you age: Exercise May Also Reduce the Risk of Falls and Fall Injuries in Older Adults. And it can improve your quality of life. Aerobic exercise also keeps your mind sharp. Regular physical activity can help protect memory, reasoning, judgment, and thinking skills (cognitive function) in older adults. It may also improve cognitive function in children and young adults. It may even help prevent the onset of dementia and improve cognition in people with dementia.
- Living more time: Studies show that people who do regular aerobic exercise live longer time than those who do not. They may also have a lower risk of dying from all causes, such as heart disease and certain types of cancer, according to Mayo Clinic
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FUENTE: Healthday / Mayo Clinic / Infobae / Diario las Américas
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