July 22, 2008 COPD health benefits from Exercise--WALK
Posted Jul 22 2008 8:11pm
roxlyngcd@comcast.netmaybe I am doing something right with all my long walks.Today I managed to pick up my pace and completed 3 miles in 48 mins. 17 seconds. I want to do a little faster than that in my next half marathon.Not many normal folks want to walk as much as a HalfMarathon,but then, see what lots of walking can do for you>>>Regular Walking Protects The Masai -- Who Eat High Fat Diet -- From Cardiovascular DiseaseScienceDaily(July 20, 2008)���Scientists have long been puzzled by how the Masai can avoid cardiovascular disease despite having a diet rich in animal fats. Researchers at Karolinska Institute believe that their secret is in their regular walking���The scientists believe that the Masai are protectedby their high physical activity rather than by some unknown genetic factor.http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/07/080718075357.htm
More exercise?Rejuvenating Your Sex Life After A COPD DiagnosisFREEbook-from the National Jewish Health Centercan be ordered bycalling 1-800-222-LUNG."Being Close:COPD and Intimacy,Dealing with Chronic Lung Disease"A loving relationship with your partner can help you deal with your chronic lung disease and the emotions that come with it. However, >http://nationaljewish.org/diseaseinfo/diseases/copd/living/mental/intimate/index
To be sure, scientists have only begun to scratch the surface in understanding the benefits of exercise not only for fighting cancer and boosting immunity but also for enhancing all aspects of human health. Interestingly, most studies of exercise use walking as the activity of choice. And they have revealed some extraordinary information about what this most fundamental of workouts can do.
It supports weight loss and weight maintenance.
It reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke.
It fends off diabetes by improving the body's ability to use insulin.
It eases the pain and stiffness of arthritis.
It keeps bones strong, which prevents osteoporosis.
In women, it relieves premenstrual and menopausal discomforts.
It improves sleep.
It builds strength, flexibility, and stamina.
It enhances mental function.
It counteracts anger, depression, and anxiety.As you can see,you have a lot to gain just from lacing up a pair of walking shoes and putting one foot in front of the other.
roxlyngcd@comcast.netmaybe I am doing something right with all my long walks.Today I managed to pick up my pace and completed 3 miles in 48 mins. 17 seconds. I want to do a little faster than that in my next half marathon.Not many normal folks want to walk as much as a HalfMarathon,but then, see what lots of walking can do for you>>>Regular Walking Protects The Masai -- Who Eat High Fat Diet -- From Cardiovascular DiseaseScienceDaily(July 20, 2008)���Scientists have long been puzzled by how the Masai can avoid cardiovascular disease despite having a diet rich in animal fats. Researchers at Karolinska Institute believe that their secret is in their regular walking���The scientists believe that the Masai are protectedby their high physical activity rather than by some unknown genetic factor.http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/07/080718075357.htm
More exercise?Rejuvenating Your Sex Life After A COPD DiagnosisFREEbook-from the National Jewish Health Centercan be ordered bycalling 1-800-222-LUNG."Being Close:COPD and Intimacy,Dealing with Chronic Lung Disease"A loving relationship with your partner can help you deal with your chronic lung disease and the emotions that come with it. However, >http://nationaljewish.org/diseaseinfo/diseases/copd/living/mental/intimate/index
Starting an exercise program:http://www.perf2ndwind.org/html/exercise.html
Essentials of Pulmonary Rehabilitation:http://www.perf2ndwind.org/Essentials-2005.pdf
AARP make walking a way of life:
http://www.aarp.org/health/fitness/walking/way_of_life.html
EXERCISES FOR COPDhttp://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/Exercises-for-chronic-obstructive-pulmonar...
Walking and Strong women:http://www.strongwomen.com/articles/webmd005.htm
WALKING IS POWERFUL MEDICINEhttp://health.msn.com/dietfitness/articlepage.aspx?cp-documentid=100163894
NORDIC WALKING for exercise...http://www.nordicwalker.com/benefits.php
A list of Other types of EXERCISE-for the fragile in bed patient to the more athletically inclined.http://blog.360.yahoo.com/blog-HdGpCfwjdL7iXldypdt0ZrU-?cq=1&tag=ex2
.What Else Can Walking Do for You?
To be sure, scientists have only begun to scratch the surface in understanding the benefits of exercise not only for fighting cancer and boosting immunity but also for enhancing all aspects of human health. Interestingly, most studies of exercise use walking as the activity of choice. And they have revealed some extraordinary information about what this most fundamental of workouts can do.
It supports weight loss and weight maintenance.
It reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke.
It fends off diabetes by improving the body's ability to use insulin.
It eases the pain and stiffness of arthritis.
It keeps bones strong, which prevents osteoporosis.
In women, it relieves premenstrual and menopausal discomforts.
It improves sleep.
It builds strength, flexibility, and stamina.
It enhances mental function.
It counteracts anger, depression, and anxiety.As you can see,you have a lot to gain just from lacing up a pair of walking shoes and putting one foot in front of the other.