consistent activity is a key factor in reducing disease

If we are led to believe that the US has the most wealth, the best doctors, the best healthcare, the best vaccines – then why did the US experience the highest rate of COVID-19 cases as well as associated deaths? Because the answers lies beyond the US being the best (far from it) when it comes to personal responsibility for health and well-being. Most in the US look to the broken healthcare system for sick-care after becoming sick or injured than looking to themselves to prevent acquiring disease, illness and injury. True is true; do your own research to see which countries fare the best in overall quality of life, and relative health. The US is far from the top, but by far spends the most money on sick-care.

An amazing amount of health issues can be reduced by simply exercising consistently (Exercise: 7 Benefits of Regular Physical Activity, 2021). Many issues such as stress, sleep disorders, and cardiovascular issues are reduced by exercising a few times per week. Find a method of exercise that works for you.

Known benefits of regular exercise include:

• reduce your risk of a heart attack.
• manage your weight better.
• have a lower blood cholesterol level.
• lower the risk of type 2 diabetes and some cancers.
• have lower blood pressure.
• have stronger bones, muscles and joints and lower risk of developing osteoporosis.
• lower your risk of falls.

Walk, run, swim, weight train, yoga, tai chi, martial arts, dance – just do something everyday! Or every other day, 2 times a week, whatever! Get your body moving. Give your mind something positive to focus upon.

References:

Exercise: 7 benefits of regular physical activity. (2021, October 8). Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/in-depth/exercise/art-20048389#:%7E:text=Regular%20physical%20activity%20can%20improve,energy%20to%20tackle%20daily%20chores

https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/about-physical-activity/index.html

https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/

https://worldpopulationreview.com/country-rankings/best-healthcare-in-the-world

Obesity and Cancer | CDC

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I write often about topics that affect our health and well-being. Additionally, I teach and offer lecture about qigong, tai chi, baguazhang, and yoga.

For more info, contact Jim Moltzan at [email protected], 407-234-0119 or through my site at http://www.mindandbodyexercises.com