The limits are only in the mind; Therefore, in these moments in which the lifestyle of the world is drastically changing, it is important that each person take care, in a calm, creative and fun way, of their physical and mental self-care. But, Why is it good and necessary to exercise?
“By doing it on a regular basis, we raise the levels of hormones like serotonin, dopamine, oxytocin and endorphins (hormones of happiness). The motivation should be to feel in balance and counteract the high levels of cortisol in the body (defined as the stress hormone), characteristic in situations like the one we are experiencing, “explains Juanita Uribe, a specialist in nutrition and exercise, and who, in addition , develops training programs for special populations (athletes, pregnant women, people with injuries or metabolic syndrome, osteoporosis, etc.).
The first step is the correct management of the body and mind.
“Positive thinking, meditation and physical activity must be included in the daily routine because physiologically it has been shown that only the body that exercises manages to maintain adequate energy levels, decrease stress, improve the quality of sleep and be in optimal conditions their immune, musculoskeletal, respiratory and digestive systems, “explains Uribe, who is also a specialist in biomechanics, hormonal health and endocrinology.
According to her, by exercising “we will be protected from depression, food cravings with high sugar content, retention of water and fat and negative thoughts and inappropriate behaviors”.
Exercising in the correct dose and on a regular basis is essential to have consistent behaviors and actions that provide well-being and allow you to successfully overcome current circumstances.
“Taking charge of ourselves will have a positive effect on those close to us and makes us a reference for many more,” explains Uribe, coach health and life.
So, get to work! You will notice how helpful it is to follow a simple daily exercise routine. The frequency of the following should be three to seven days per week. The intensity can vary, alternating stronger training days with milder ones that allow active recovery.
The time per session is between 20 and 60 minutes to achieve adaptation. It all depends on your own rhythm and fitness. So don’t rush and listen to your body. Ah! And don’t forget to include muscle strengthening exercises and also those that achieve the elevation of the heart rate, such as simulating the jump rope. Here we go!
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