Exercise And Stress

By: Kirsten Hawkins

Exercise may not be the most exciting word in your vocabulary,
but it sure has a lot of benefits. Participating in daily
exercise not only makes us healthier in general, it can diminish
the effects of stress on our bodies as well.

How many times have you heard someone proclaim, "The doctor says
it's stress." ? We occasionally laugh it off, concluding that's
just what doctors say when they don't know the real answer or
diagnosis. But the truth of the matter is that too much stress
plays a role in many diseases.

To increase your immune system and decrease your stress levels,
try some daily exercise. Movement is the key word here. Bend,
stretch, reach, walk. And there's no need necessarily to buy
expensive equipment. You can implement more movement into your
daily routine and reap the benefits.

If you're keen on aerobic exercise, grab a partner and have a
blast with one of the basic aerobic videos. Or simply go out for
a walk and enjoy spending time together. You've heard it dozens
of times -walking really is the best overall excise for your
health. As long as you have a decent pair of walking shoes,
you're in business!

Also, as you're going throughout your daily activities, make it
a point to walk a little further, bend down and pick something
up instead of using some sort of pick up stick or knocking the
item toward you with your foot. While you're sitting, do some
simple stretches for your neck and shoulders.

If you enjoy watching television, buy a jogging board. These
padded boards make running, jumping or walking in place less
stressful on your knees and joints. They're easy to store and
portable. In my opinion, jogging boards are the best piece of
exercise equipment you can buy. And they're far cheaper than
bulky treadmills and stationary bikes, too!

By making it a point to move more throughout the day, you boost
your body's immunity and stay healthier in general. There's no
reason to allow stressful situations to take a toll on your
health.

About the author:
Kirsten Hawkins is a nutrition and health expert from Nashville,
TN. Visit http://www.popular-diets.com/ for more great
nutrition, well-being, and vitamin tips as well as reviews and
comments on popular diets.