• April 19, 2024

Unfortunately, to obtain the benefits of exercise In our body and health it is not enough to desire it. Beyond the purpose, the organism needs movement and this can be achieved through simple actions and forms.

According to a study conducted by the National Institute of Statistics and Geography INEGI in collaboration with the National Sports Commission (Conade), 56.2% of Mexicans older than 18 do not make any physical activity , 18% have never practiced any exercise in their free time.

Get moving!

Not everything is to go to the gym or take classes, there are simple ways that will allow you to get moving. Here we offer some with information from the wellness expert Deirdre Kaye.

1. Turn on the music . Whether you find yourself cooking, sweeping or cleaning the dishes or the bathroom, turning on the radio and listening to the music makes a monotonous activity become a moment for dance . Move your hips, legs and arms while doing the chore and consume some calories

2. Afternoon of video games. Overweight is a problem that affects a large part of the population worldwide. Situation that has driven videogame companies to generate products that increase movement: as dances, imitation of a game, among much more.

3. Join some activity in your community. Besides increasing your coexistence with other people, it will allow you to contribute with your environment. Example, reforest the park, implement classes of yoga or meditation for all the neighbors.

4. A walk under the moon. In addition to economizing, walking with your partner will give you the opportunity to talk and learn more about him and lose weight. A study of Department of Psychology at the University of Santa Clara in California, in the United States , indicates that to achieve goals related to the physical activity, it helps us to have a point of comparison with another person.

5. Listen to your body. You are the best judge on how hard and for how long you should dor exercise.

Doing more exercise will not only help you maintain your weight, but also to see you and feel better. Remember that your health is in your hands. Do not forget!