Want to boost your health? Regular exercise is your secret weapon. Skipping workouts doesn’t just pack on the pounds—it can lead to serious health issues. If you experience any of the following symptoms, it’s best to start exercising immediately.
Constipation
When you’re inactive, your intestines get lazy, too, making it harder to do your business. If you’re going less than twice a week, dealing with rock-hard stools, or notice bleeding, you should suspect constipation.
A daily 15- —to 30-minute stroll or some leg lifts while lying down can work wonders. A half-body bath or sitting bath can also help promote blood circulation in the lower body.
Back and Knee Pain
Back pain is common among middle-aged and older adults but can also occur in younger people due to lack of exercise or poor posture. When you skip the gym, your muscles weaken, and your joints lose their natural lubrication.
The solution is simple: a 30-minute daily walk or some easy stretches for your shoulders, knees, and other areas can help raise the temperature of painful joints, prevent pain, relax muscles, and strengthen muscles around the joints, improving joint health.
Memory Fog
Even a single workout can give your brain a major boost. Scientists at the University of Iowa scanned the brains of 34 seniors aged 60 to 80, testing their memory before and after exercise.
The study found that just two 20-minute bike rides increased the connection between the medial temporal lobe and the frontal lobe, brain areas crucial for memory. Participants also scored higher on memory tests after exercise.
Belly Fat
Visceral fat is stored between your organs and secretes inflammatory substances that increase the risk of metabolic syndrome and high blood pressure. If your upper belly is popping more than your lower half, it’s time to take action.
According to the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity, if your waistline measures over 35.4 inches (90cm) for guys or 33.5 inches (85cm) for gals, you’re in the danger zone for abdominal obesity.
Endless Exhaustion
Decreased muscle mass and poor blood circulation can make your body feel tired. If rest isn’t cutting it, it’s time to get moving. Start small with light exercises and gradually increase your intensity. Exercise should be finished 2–3 hours before bedtime to calm the sympathetic nervous system, which helps you sleep better and recover from fatigue.
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