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AIDS Holistics always placed
emphasis on exercise as a key aspect of Positive Living for those suffering
from HIV infection. But it relates to us all.
Being physically active is an important part of leading a
healthy lifestyle. There are so many ways to be active and these can all help
to improve your mental and physical health.
People who enjoy
regular physical activity tend to live longer, be less likely to have a heart
attack, stroke, diabetes and some cancers, manage their weight better, have
healthy cholesterol levels with lower blood pressure, stronger bones and
muscles and able to sleep better.
Physical activity is good for your body and mind. There will
be less tension, stress and mental fatigue, a natural energy boost, improved
sleep, greater feelings of confidence, focus on life and motivation, a healthy
appetite and better social life.
You should complement your physical activity with a healthy
well balanced diet. Maintain a healthy body weight by balancing your physical
activity with food intake. Stick to a diet that is low in fats with plenty of
fruit and vegetables.
Experts recommend that all adults should do 30 minutes of
moderate exercise. This can be broken down into 10 minute blocks. Even a little
physical activity a day is good for you.
Make exercise part of
your daily life by going for a walk with family, getting off the bus one stop
early and walking, taking the stairs to work, kicking a ball with your family,
going for a walk on your lunch break, walking your kids to school and doing
some gardening.
It is a good idea to see a doctor before starting your
exercise programme if aged over 45 years, pain comes in the chest, you faint or
have dizzy spells, moderate exercise causes breathlessness, you are pregnant or
you think you may have heart disease.
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