A study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology examined how exercise affected adults over the age of 70. Results showed that the heart, lungs, and muscles of habitual exercisers were comparable to individuals in their 40s!
It’s common knowledge that exercise comes with a variety of health benefits, specifically when it comes to body weight and the improvement of physical health issues. Still, it goes much deeper than just aesthetics and general wellness.
Exercise can increase strength and endurance, improve your sleep quality, lessen your chances of depression and is an excellent way to boost your energy.
Astral at Auburn encourages a purposeful lifestyle by creating an environment of active senior living in Auburn, Indiana. We’re sharing helpful information about how we can energize ourselves through exercise, mindful eating and more!
When it comes to exercise and its effect on energy, a common misconception is that exerting more energy will deplete your remaining energy levels. False! According to the Mayo Clinic, exercise directly assists your cardiovascular system’s efficiency by promoting oxygen and blood flow through your body and delivering nutrients to your body tissues. When your cardiovascular system improves, so does your ability to tackle daily tasks, errands, workout regiments — you name it!
Exercise is also known to promote happier feelings and reduce stress levels. Research has shown that despite the initial stress spike during exercise, which is a natural response from the body, people experience lower levels of stress hormones like cortisol and epinephrine after participating in exercise.
Here’s another way to think about it: exercise gives the body a chance to practice managing stress. Once the initial stress reaction is triggered, the body’s physiological systems must work closely together to communicate the body’s needs. When we stay sedentary and stagnant, our bodies are less efficient in responding to stress.
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, adults should aim for about 150-300 minutes of moderate physical activity or 75-150 minutes of vigorous physical activity each week to achieve maximum health benefits.
They also recommend balancing out your activity into different types of workouts. For instance, combine strength training regiments with balance exercises, like yoga. This way, your body is getting active while focusing on specific aspects.
Balance exercises are key when it comes to improving flexibility, reducing your risk of falling due to feeling imbalanced and increasing your ability to stay strong on your feet. In addition, when you practice balance exercises regularly, your mobility and independence improve – along with your self-confidence and wellness.Strength training improves bone density and muscle mass over time, allowing you to boost energy, strength and prevent diseases like osteoporosis and arthritis from developing.
Did you know that one of the best ways to boost your energy and move your body is by walking? In fact, you might gain more energy from going for a daily walk than you would from drinking a cup of coffee!
Walking increases oxygen flow throughout the body, increasing cortisol and epinephrine levels, hormones that promote energy. If you already implement a daily walk in your routine, here are some other ways to get yourself moving and increase your energy:
Shouldn’t all food boost energy? In some ways, yes! But when you fuel your body with healthy, well-balanced meals over processed snacks, your energy levels see a huge increase. For instance, just one meal packed with balanced ingredients can keep you energized for four hours.
The key to generating the most energy from food is maintaining balanced blood sugar levels by eating meals made up of low glycemic index carbohydrates combined with protein and small amounts of healthy fats. Try adding some of these ingredients to your meal plan:
When you choose senior living in Auburn, you’ll immediately feel the difference in our active lifestyle! Astral at Auburn’s fitness center and wellness classes give you all the tools you need to discover new ways to boost energy, so that you can continue to live your life with purpose and joy.
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