We don't move enough and thus harm our health. Regular moderate physical activity - walking, cycling, dancing not only helps us feel good. Movement and physical activity are very important for health, because in this way we reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and even the occurrence of some types of cancer.
If we don't move enough, obesity can also appear as a consequence. Physical activity contributes to a good mental state, increases self-confidence, self-esteem and creates a sense of belonging to the community.
We don't move enough and suffer from constipation
When we move more, our intestines are not lazy and empty more easily. Thanks to this, we have no problems with constipation and the stools are regular. Healthy muscle tone in the abdominal muscles and diaphragm is also crucial for the movement of waste materials through the digestive tract. That's why it's important to know that exercise can help us to always have a regular stool, especially as we age.
Our joints are stiff
Painful joints that are difficult to move can sometimes be a sign of inflammatory conditions such as arthritis. But joints can also be stiff when we don't use them enough. That is why it is extremely important, if the job requires constant sitting in front of the computer, to get up more often, take a little walk and stretch.
We are constantly out of breath
Just as the biceps weaken when we don't use them, the muscles that help the lungs move as we breathe lose strength if we don't exercise them regularly. The less activity, the more out of breath we become, even during simple daily tasks.
We are always tired
We feel sluggish and tired most of the time. Exercise helps deliver oxygen and nutrients to each of our cells. If we spend most of our time sitting, they don't get the same amount of energy they need, as when we move.
We can't sleep at night
If you are tired of counting sheep at night, get up and move during the day. When we maintain a regular exercise routine, we fall asleep faster, and when we fall asleep, we have better quality sleep.
Our backs hurt
Most people with lower back, hip and knee pain have back muscle weakness. Because of this, we can more easily "crush" during everyday movements such as standing or trying to reach something. Pilates, yoga and other stretching exercises are good for building and maintaining back muscles.
We are in a bad mood because we don't move enough
Lack of exercise can increase feelings of anxiety and depression. Cardio exercises such as walking, cycling, swimming or running will improve and stabilize our mood and even affect our confidence.
We don't move enough and our metabolism is slower
People with "fast" metabolisms may be moving more - even if they're just fidgeting. The more active we are, the more calories we burn and thus speed up the metabolism.
We would constantly have something to snack on and eat
It seems to us that we would be hungry more often if we exercised more, but usually the opposite is true. Aerobic exercises like cycling, swimming, walking and running can actually reduce our appetite by changing the levels of certain "hunger hormones" in our body.
We don't move enough and that's why we're constantly sick
Studies show that the more moderate activities we do, the less likely we are to catch a cold or get sick. When exercise becomes a habit, the immune system becomes stronger.
Our skin has lost its glow
If our skin looks dry and dull, it may be due to a lack of movement. Some research shows that moderate exercise boosts circulation and the immune system, which helps skin maintain its beautiful appearance.
Advice, recommendations, topics about health await you on Thursday, February 2, in the new issue of the Zdravlje supplement, which you get for free with the printed edition of Vijesti.
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