The Benefits of a Healthy Body
They are more than you realize! Article provided by SNAP Fitness.
When your best friend suggests that you work out a schedule so that you can exercise together, is it your impulse to decline? In the frantic pace of life that we are all subjected to, it is no wonder that we each treasure any free time that we can grasp. Sometimes we mistakenly think of relaxation as the art of "doing nothing."
Well, wait a minute! Doing nothing results in nothing but time passing, not to mention it can be rather boring. Finding the motivation to exercise is sometimes difficult, but there are many more benefits to a good exercise program than meet the eye.
There are a great many articles reminding us that regular exercise is beneficial to your health and well being. It's beneficial for your heart, blood pressure, muscle strength, bone density, endurance, strength and stamina. But what many may not realize is the benefit exercise has on your personal life, specifically your sex life.
When you exercise and lead a healthier lifestyle, you feel better, have a better self-image and feel more attractive. The result? An increase in self-confidence.
Dr. Jennifer Landa, Chief Medical Officer of BodyLogicMD, wrote in “Wellness Watch” published on FoxNews.com, "only a small fraction of the population is privy to the experience known as ‘runner's high,’ and even fewer actually enjoy the ‘pain’ that comes with pushing your body to its limits." Yet, she writes that there is a proven direct link between intimacy and exercise.
A new study published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine by Anna Davies, states that Yoga not only tones your body and de-stresses your mind, but it may also boost your libido. Dr. Timothy McCall, author of “Yoga as Medicine,” has stated, "lowered stress and increased relaxation may also be mechanisms contributing to the boost."
"When you exercise, the brain produces endorphins. Not only do endorphins affect your sense of well-being, these hormones reduce your heart rate, improve digestion, lower blood pressure and cortisol levels and relax the body." Dr. Landa also states these are the same conditions that "might just make you feel primed and ready for a little one-on-one time in the bedroom."
Regular exercise has been proven to lower high blood pressure and high blood sugar, both symptoms of metabolic syndrome that can interfere with circulation. That means that blood flow is compromised to all organs. The improved blood flow, which is the result of your exercise regime, thus improves blood flow and stimulation to all organs.
So why aren't more people rushing into the nearest gym? Need more reasons? We've been told that exercise improves stamina, endurance, strength and provides a keen awareness of a more attractive and fit body. So true. Guess when they say sweating is sexy, they aren't kidding!
So set an exercise goal for yourself that will not only bring health benefits to you, but that will bring additional pleasure to all of your activities.
