From a practical standpoint, this can mean beating the pain and discomfort of
symptoms associated with the cancer and the treatments. For some, it may mean as
little as being able to shave and shower without help, or it could be taking a short
walk outside with the grandchildren when they visit. The ability to sit up and hug a
loved one, carry on a cogent conversation with a friend over sports or politics, or get
to the bathroom without calling for help is reason for hope and a reason to smile.

Daily Exercise Provides Increased Quality of Life for Cancer Patients and Survivors.

Being able to function in the ways most important to the individual patient is aided
by the incorporation of a physical fitness routine into the treatment and follow-up.
Though already physically fit patients, and generally those beginning exercise earlier
will gain the most benefit, all patients and survivors can benefit physiologically and
psychologically from the use of an appropriate exercise regimen.

Studies thus far have primarily targeted breast cancer patients and cardiovascular
training, as shown in this review appearing in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
Though scant evidence exists for other forms of cancer and other types of
exercise, leading oncologists have concluded that physical activity is strongly
linked to improved quality of life.

What Types of Exercise Are Appropriate?

No two patients or treatment protocols are the same, which means finding a
personal trainer is key to designing a safe exercise plan. For some of the weakest
patients, such as those with later-stage mesothelioma or other terminal prognosis,
active or passive range of motion exercises may be best. According to the American
Cancer Society, these can counter common symptoms, like stiff joints, bedsores
and declining cognition. A daily walk and taking an active role in personal hygiene
can help with relieving fatigue and preventing constipation.

Healthier patients can benefit from cardiovascular workouts, such as water aerobics,
as well as resistance training to prevent loss of bone density and muscle atrophy.
Besides helping to counter the common symptoms of treatment, this physical
exertion can lower the risk of recurrence for survivors. The most important goal is to

find a personal trainer with the expertise to create a safe workout plan for your particular needs.

Individual Exercise Routines for Cancer Patients and Survivors
By Jackie Clark

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Weight loss and exercise; 9 Strategies for a Fit & Healthy You

Yes, you can achieve your fitness goals. In the beginning, it might not be easy. You might hate it, and you may feel like quitting – but here are some strategies from those that have been successful to help keep you motivated! Remember losing weight and achieving a healthy lifestyle will take time – you did not gain weight overnight and unfortunately, you are not going to lose it overnight!

1. Log what you eat.  Studies have shown time & time again that you are much more aware of what you eat, why you are eating and how much you are eating when you are keeping a log. Be sure to be as specific as you can with your food log. Don’t have time or hate keeping a log – take a picture of each meal and snack with your cell phone and keep a picture log!

2. Take a before picture.  Front and side view if possible. Tuck it away or keep it out for motivation. If you stick to your workout routines you will be amazed at the difference you’ll see in no time at all!

3. Do as many base line statistics and measurements as possible.  Logging is a great way to see your progression and to chart your success! Think about it as the starting point of data, nothing to be embarrassed about it, it is what it is and it is going to improve! Good things to log include; weight, body fat, BMI, body measurements, how many push ups and crunches you can do in 1 minute, how long it takes to walk/run 1 mile.

4. Incorporate Strength Training and Cardio into your fitness routine.  Muscle is important in weight loss – 1 pound of muscle burns approximately 50 additional calories per day.

5. Get on the scale only once per week.  Pick a pair of jeans or pants that are too small (no more than 1 size too small) as ‘goal’ jeans.

Your body weight can fluctuate as much as 5 to 8 pounds – that is why weighing in once per week keeps you on track and motivated. It is important to remember that when you begin a strength training program you will be building muscle mass – 1 pound of muscle takes up a lot less room than 1 pound of fat. That is the reason I encourage everyone to pick a pair of jeans that they want to fit into again.

Even though your body is getting smaller and the jeans are fitting better – the scale may not be moving as fast as you would like.

6. Schedule your exercise in your day planner.  Make it non negotiable just like an important meeting or event!

7. Tell your friends about your fitness goals. Ask for their support – you may be amazed at the help you get! It is also a great idea to have an exercise buddy, just make sure you focus on the exercise part and not just the socialization!

8. Start slow, no pain – no gain is simply not true. The first couple months are the most difficult; studies have shown that if you stick with a new behavior like healthy eating and exercise – it can take 6 month to a year to become a habit!

9. Remember – it’s OK to slip up.  We all have slip ups – it is what you do afterwards that is important! If you didn’t exercise for while or ate an entire box of chips or cookies or carton of ice cream – FORGET about it, move on and get back on track!

Remember YOU can do it! Let me know which strategy worked the best for you!

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As Governor, he has traveled across the country and around the world promoting California-grown products, cutting-edge technologies and the state’s diverse travel destination. Using his background as an internationally recognized athlete, Governor Schwarzenegger has made restoring health and fitness a top priority. He signed legislation making the state’s school nutrition standards the most progressive in the nation and continues to promote healthy habits by taking harmful trans fats out of California restaurants and ensuring nutritional information is available to diners.

This world-famous athlete and actor was born in Austria in 1947, and at 20 became the youngest person ever to win the Mr. Universe title. He came to America shortly after, winning an unprecedented 12 more world bodybuilding titles. Challenging both his body and mind, he earned a college degree from the University of Wisconsin and became a U.S. citizen in 1983.

Three years later he married broadcast journalist Maria Shriver. They have four children – Katherine, Christina, Patrick and Christopher.

Governor Schwarzenegger’s most gratifying accomplishments are rooted in public service. He and Maria have remained closely involved in Special Olympics, an organization founded by Maria’s mother, Eunice Kennedy Shriver. He was named Special Olympics International Weight Training Coach in 1979 and serves as a Global Ambassador.

Recognizing his passion for helping kids, in 1990 former President George Bush appointed Governor Schwarzenegger Chair of the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, in which capacity he traveled all 50 states and recognized the overwhelming need for more after-school alternatives.

Arnold recently shared with me his thoughts on health and fitness. I couldn’t wait to share them with you below:

Dear Joe,

Thanks for taking the time to write to me about physical fitness. It’s an issue I share your passion for, and I’m always glad to hear from people who feel as strongly about it as I do.

As Governor, I’ve made it a priority to get our great state back in shape. Many Californians are at high risk for obesity and diabetes, but there’s plenty we can do to get ourselves on the right track. I recently proposed a prevention, wellness, and personal responsibility initiative as part of a comprehensive health care reform plan. The idea is to reward Californians who eat well, exercise regularly, and take preventive health actions to fight disease and illness before they start.

By setting goals for yourself and remaining dedicated to them, you can accomplish anything. And no matter what those fitness goals are, exercise and proper nutrition are crucial.

When I was competing, I’d often spend long hours in the gym, and the thing that most helped me overcome obstacles was a positive mental attitude. If you think you can do something, you can – as long as you’re willing to put in the effort.

Thanks again for writing. It takes dedication to get and stay physically fit, but the rewards last a lifetime.

Sincerely,

Arnold Schwarzenegger

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Everyone already has six pack abs (some ten). How to get them to show comes primarily from eating the right food(s).

Playgirl asked me to pose for their magazine on Christmas Day. It was via a text message and it simply said “hey merry xmas pics r gr8 when can you come to LA?”

Two years earlier, I first stepped into a gym, admittedly out of boredom. That seemingly simple act would serve to change not only my appearance, but my life.

The Playgirl photo shoot was scheduled for February 14th, Valentine’s Day and I had a little less than two months to prepare.

The saying, “you have to spend money to make money” can be applied to losing weight, “you need to eat to lose weight.”

Adopt the familiar formula of burning more calories than you consume but make sure that the calories you do consume are a combination of high protein and good carbohydrates (fruits and vegetables).

These foods will serve as the caloric fuel for your abs muscle-building exercises.

Six pack abs do not happen overnight

Achieving 6 Pack Abs are 90% diet and 10% exercise (mostly cardio). In preparation for my Playgirl photo shoot, I diligently followed a strict eating plan; a diet high in fiber, low in sodium and absolutely no dairy (except yogurt).

You should also consume the required eight glasses of water a day. If water is not that appealing, try tea. My personal favorite is ITO EN’s varieties of pure green teas.

Perfect Playgirl Six Pack Abs Foods

The following foods are superb for defining your six pack abs:

•       At least four servings a day of these fiber rich and good carb foods: broccoli, carrots, spinach and/or Brussels sprouts. I recommend Birds Eye® or Whole Foods’ 365 brands. Each bag contains approximately four and a half servings. Steam the entire bag for no more than eight minutes (vegetables should be crunchy). Eat either for lunch or dinner.

•       Four to six servings of food protein This can include chicken, tuna, eggs or any other protein rich real-food. StarKist® Chunk Light Tuna comes in a handy package that provides three protein servings (13g). Combine with rice and chick peas (additional protein) for a delicious meal. Major grocers sell their own brand of frozen chicken tenderloins. No need to thaw. Simply wash and sauté in a sauce pan with light, cold-pressed olive oil, onions and seasoning (I use cilantro and smoked paprika) to taste. Chicken is cooked once the meat is no longer pink. Immediately remove from the heat to avoid over cooking (and destroying the protein — which most mediocre restaurants do, fyi).

•       Three servings of beans and legumes. Mix it up a bit with canned varieties. Try Goya’s chick peas, black beans, read beans or lentils.

•       Substitute your dairy with either hemp milk or almond milk. I enjoy Living Harvest’s Vanilla Hemp. Avoid conventional brands of yogurt. They contain high amounts of sugar and high fructose corn syrup. I like Fage’s Total yogurt and Chobani’s Greek yogurt. Both low fat varieties.

•       Drink a whey protein shake twice a day. Not all protein powders are equal. For zero bloating and discomfort, I recommend Vital Whey or Rainbow Light whey protein. I also mix one scoop of hemp protein powder into my protein shakes. Try Manitoba Harvest’s Certified Organic Hemp Protein. Although it only contains 10g per serving, Manitoba Harvest hemp protein is high in fiber and Omegas.

If you are pressed for time, traveling frequently or simply hate to cook, you can still get your daily servings of vegetables and nutrients. There are many good vegetable “food” powders available. My absolute favorites are Vega Whole Food Health Optimizer and Garden of Life’s Perfect Food (also available in caplet form).

Achieving Six Pack Abs is Possible!

As Stefan outlined, you can achieve your dream body with the right nutrition and diet choices.

Whether your goal is to pose for a major magazine or just lose unwanted fat and be fit, leave a comment and let us know how you are doing on your road to success.

You can read more of Stefan’s fitness articles in the online Examiner.  Through his online fitness column, he helps others learn what it takes to “fall down seven times, and get up eight.” Stefan Pinto strives to motivate and educate others on what it takes to change their lives. To read more about his accomplishments visit his website.

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You see, there is an actual physiological symptom caused by stress. When you encounter a problem or something that makes you nervous or scared, your body releases stress hormones such as cortisol that prepares your body for the ‘fight or flight’. Well, I’m sure these pressures we experience on a daily basis are not life threatening and not suppose to create that ‘fight or flight’ syndrome. However, we still experience the same physiological symptoms, which can wreak havoc on the body if not addressed.

Stress can weaken our immune system; and can cause a greater risk for sickness and disease, injury and emotional problems.

Did you know that one of the best ways to counteract and manage stress is exercise? Participating in exercise releases chemicals in your body called “endorphins”, or commonly referred to as a “runner’s high”, and can give you a feeling of happiness and increased overall sense of well-being. Don’t worry, you don’t have to go out for a long run to get these benefits. Many other forms of exercise will produce the same results.

fitness-advice-motivation/stress/attachment/after-exercise/”>Physical activity improves health and can serve as a great distraction to whatever you are dealing with. With a change of scenery, your mind can be taken away from the problem at hand and offer you a fresh perspective when it needs to be addressed again. There is also the social aspect of exercise that can offer further support in dealing with stress.

Whether you are going out for a run with a group, taking a class with a friend, or working out with a partner at the gym; you can get a double dose of stress relief by combining the benefits of exercise and positive social interaction.

Whatever you are stressed with; pressures at work, scheduling commitments, kids, relationships etc, take the time to take care of yourself! Get moving with regular physical activity. It can help you have a whole new outlook on life and be better able to deal with the trials and stresses that come with it.

It can save your life, I know it did for me!

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What do you think of when you hear the word discipline? Perhaps you think about getting in trouble or being scolded by your parents when you were growing up, while your parents thought of what they were doing as training you to behave a certain way so that your actions later in life would be of a positive nature.

Most of us wouldn’t have gotten very far without discipline. Both the Indianapolis Colts and the New Orleans Saints wouldn’t have made it to the Super Bowl without the power of discipline – not only as individual players, but as a team. Each player definitely has their own talents and abilities, but without discipline as a team, they might be like an octopus on roller skates. I love this quote by H. Jackson Brown: “Talent without discipline is like an octopus on roller skates. There’s plenty of movement, but you never know if it’s going to be forward, backwards, or sideways.”

And so it is with exercise, we need discipline that says “I will go for a walk tonight; I will make it to the gym; I will keep my appointment with my personal trainer; I will go even if I may feel tired or if I have other stuff I’d rather do.” You will always have something better to do, something that is more fun or seems more urgent. This is where self-discipline comes in as it pertains to lifestyle changes such as keeping fit, establishing healthy eating habits, losing weight or maintaining a workout program.

You see, your flesh has a mind of its own, and it will give you a million excuses why you shouldn’t do something. The trick is to create mental toughness so that your mind is in control and you train your body to follow suit. When you discipline your mind, you allow yourself to achieve much more than you think you are capable of. How do you discipline your mind?

1. Believe you can change. Throw out the window the negative input others may have thrown at you that has caused you to doubt yourself. Accept that you are an amazing human being and start believing in yourself.
2. Listen to your own thoughts of how you see yourself. Are you putting yourself down? Are you saying you can’t, rather than you can? You are the result of how you see yourself, so if you see yourself as beaten down, incapable and undisciplined, then that’s exactly what you’ll be!
3. Speak positive affirmations. Everyone wants to be affirmed. If you spend time building others up with your words, why not affirm yourself? Select choice words or phrases and write them down as reminders and speak them daily: when you wake up, while you’re driving, when you go to bed at night – every time you think about it. Don’t give up after a week because you’re not seeing results. Stay positive, discipline or train yourself to continue. It’s that perseverance that will be key in seeing transformation.
   

   Brees enjoying the Superbowl win with his family

Before too long, you’ll see your flesh aligning with your mind and you’ll form habits that will help you attain the results to become a healthier you. These tricks will work not only in creating discipline in your exercise or workout program, but in any area of life where you seek improvement. Once exercise habits are established, you’ll find that being disciplined is even easier than you’d ever imagine, especially since just a couple of the benefits of exercise are mood boosts and a healthier outlook. Creating discipline is a privilege and opportunity – so what are you waiting for? It’s time to exercise your power of discipline!

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~ Robert Sallis, M.D.

What if on your next visit to your health care provider, you were told to take a brisk 30 minute walk every day and call back in a week if you didn’t start feeling better. Would you feel slighted if you didn’t leave with a prescription to be filled? With more than half of Americans on at least one prescription drug (three if you are considered elderly), we are a society with a mindset of prescription drugs being our “fix” or our solution. Don’t get me wrong, I am not discounting the value of healthcare providers and taking drugs or over the counter medications when the situation calls for it. However, more and more people are realizing the value and multiple health benefits of exercise.

Even medical experts are now saying that being inactive or sedentary poses as great a health risk as smoking, contributing to heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, cancer, depression, arthritis and osteoporosis. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 36% of U.S. adults didn’t engage in any leisure-time physical activity in 2008. That’s a bunch of couch potatoes, isn’t it?

Think you’re exempt from this if you are lean? Think again! Even lean men and women who are inactive are at higher risk of death and disease. While reducing obesity is an important goal, Dr. Robert Sallis, co-director of sports medicine at Fontana Medical Center says “the better message would be to get everyone to walk 30 minutes a day.” He went on to say, “We need to refocus the national message on physical activity, which can have a bigger impact on health than losing weight.” Of course, we know that when you are physically active on a regular basis, the natural result is losing or maintaining a healthy weight.

Studies have also found that exercise can lower blood pressure, reduce bad cholesterol, and reduce the incidence of type 2 diabetes. Want to be a more productive employee? Studies have also shown that subjects who walked briskly for 45 minutes, five days a week over 12 to 15 weeks had fewer and less severe upper respiratory tract infections, such as colds and flu. These subjects reduced their number of sick days 25% to 50% as compared with sedentary control subjects. What a great incentive for employers to offer health club memberships or fitness training programs to their employees!

There is good news that efforts are currently underway to get sedentary Americans moving. The Federal Government issued its first national exercise guidelines in 2008. Now it is working with a number of medical and fitness groups to develop a National Physical Activity plan, to be released early this year, to encourage Americans to adhere to the guidelines. Here are those guidelines:

• Adults get at least 2-1/2 hours per week of moderate-intensity physical activity, or one hour and 15 minutes a week of vigorous-intensity aerobic exercise, or an equivalent combination of both. The guidelines also say that additional health benefits can be had from as much as doubling the minimum recommendation for aerobic exercise.
• Also recommended: muscle-strengthening activities or weight training two or more days per week, which protects against a decline in bone mass, especially that experienced by post-menopausal women.

Examples of moderate activity can include ballroom and line dancing; biking on level ground or with a few hills; canoeing; gardening (raking, trimming shrubs); tennis (doubles); brisk walking; water aerobics.

Among vigorous-activity exercises are aerobic dance; biking faster than 10 miles an hour; heavy gardening (digging, hoeing); tennis (singles); jumping rope; swimming laps; hiking uphill; race walking, jogging or running. Daily postings on www.theworkout.com offer endless examples of free workout programs – both moderate and vigorous activity exercises.

On your next doctor visit, why not ask how exercise could benefit your particular health concerns? A survey by the ACSM, whose members include physicians and exercise-science professionals, found that only four out of 10 doctors talk to their patients about the importance and benefits of exercise, and they don’t always offer suggestions on the best ways to be physically active. It is crucial that you are proactive concerning your wellness. It’s time to have a serious talk with your healthcare provider as to what type of exercise programs would be the most beneficial for you.

You only have one life and one body, so the decisions you make today can make a total difference in the quality of your life tomorrow.

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Winding down this series on the benefits to exercise, we’ve discussed how consistent exercise can improve your mood, immune and cardiovascular system, and help you lose weight. But did you know that an equally important benefit to exercise is improving your sex life? We’re all adults here, so I’m not going to dance around the topic.

What’s a normal thing you hear as far as a barrier to sexual function? If you said stress and fatigue, then you’re right on the mark. Back to the first of this five part series when we talked about the effects on your moods when you exercise, let’s recap – when endorphins are released, they combat the “stress hormone” cortisol and help promote an overall sense of well-being. Hmmm, maybe that explains the “high” you feel after a good love-making session!

The production of another hormone – testosterone – is increased naturally when you exercise. This hormone is the primary hormone which drives the libido in both men and women. Testosterone is best known for its affects on increasing lean muscle mass, reducing body fats and slowing down the aging process, but it also plays a central role in promoting sexual desire.

With males, testosterone enhances the sex life by producing more frequent erections, increasing sexual urges, helping sustain the bone density, mass and muscular strength necessary to make love-making pleasurable. It reduces depression and chronic fatigue, which also obstruct a good, healthy sex life. Normal levels of testosterone for men are about 300-1,200 ng/dl.

Women enjoy sex more often when their testosterone levels are normal, which are approximately 20-100 ng/dl. Of course, she also needs estrogen, which binds with testosterone and helps influence her sex drive and mood.

Cardio endurance is key if you’re looking to have enthusiastic sex – shoot for three to four days of cardio exercises a week like running, walking, swimming or anything else that gets your heart pumping.

Great sex also requires a little endurance so conditioning your body can be a plus for longer lasting sex. For endurance, you’ll need to lift lighter weights for more repetitions. Check out some endurance workouts on my site to help get you conditioned for great sex. Don’t forget about muscular strength either – as you’ll need it since your muscles will be contracting. There’s nothing like getting a leg cramp in the middle of a “moment!”

Why not try a little Yoga to help get you in the mood as well? If some of those positions don’t get your juices stirring, I don’t know what will! It will also make it easier to get into your favorite positions without throwing your back out.

So if you’ve been procrastinating about starting an exercise program and just haven’t found the right motivation, perhaps the thought of increasing your lure of a little “boom boom pow” might do the trick!!

"Boom Boom Pow" video

Check out my site to find all kinds of stretching, endurance, and cardio workouts. Just 30 minutes a day of moderate to strenuous exercise, along with some stretching and deep breathing should be enough to help see an improvement. Studies have shown that getting physically fit promotes a healthier body image, which in turn can increase your feelings of desirability. Your partner and your libido will thank you!

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In continuation of the benefits to exercise series, this week we’re talking about exercise as part of effectively losing weight. I’m not here to advocate that exercise alone should make up your weight loss program. Since your weight is determined by the number of calories you eat each day minus what your body uses, your diet and nutrition must work in conjunction with your exercise program in order to maintain a healthy weight or lose unwanted weight.

Everything you eat contains calories and everything you do burns up those calories – even sleeping, eating and digesting food. Outside of those normal body functions, any physical activity added to the mix burns extra calories. The key being to balance the number of calories expended through exercise and physical activity with the calories you put in your body. Sounds like simple math to create the best way to lose weight, right?

However, we live in a “want it now” society, so many people want a desired outcome, but heaven forbid they have to exert any effort in order to obtain it! There is no magic quick weight loss pill – no matter what those late night infomercials tell you. I’ve said it before – you need to MOVE and get off of your bootie on a consistent basis, combined with healthy eating in order to achieve the most efficient and healthy weight. When you’re active, your body uses energy (calories) to work, helping to burn the calories you take in with everything that goes in your mouth.

Last week we talked about the importance of aerobic exercise in order to maintain a healthy cardiovascular system. The chart below from Mayo Clinic shows the estimated number of calories burned while performing a variety of exercises for one hour. Obviously this may vary depending on the exercise, intensity and the individual’s fitness level, but it’s a good source for deciding which combination of exercises or activities may create the best weight loss program for you.

Try to keep in mind this week while you’re surrounding yourself with huge spreads of food that in order to burn those unnecessary calories you may be indulging in, you’ll have to MOVE in order to keep the weight loss equation in check.

I would also like to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and extend my gratitude to my family and friends, staff members and those who work out at any of my clubs. This may have been a tougher year than most for many; however, there is still so much to be thankful for. Thank you all for being a part of my social media family as we offer support and encouragement to each other while on this continual journey called “wellness.”

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“I run because it’s my passion, and not just a sport. Every time I walk out the door, I know why I’m going where I’m going and I’m already focused on that special place where I find my peace and solitude. Running, to me, is more than just a physical exercise… it’s a consistent reward for victory!” ~Sasha Azevedo

Cardiovascular exercises or aerobic exercises – most everyone who knows anything about fitness knows that cardiovascular workouts or aerobic workouts are necessary for weight loss, maintaining a healthy weight or to boost metabolism. But often people don’t think about the very organ that is sustaining their life – their heart – and the need to exercise it to keep this important body system performing at its peak fitness level.

As part of my daily workout routines, I always incorporate at least 20 minutes of cardio activity each day. The feeling of my heart pumping fast gives me a huge rush, and I am one of those who look forward to doing cardio workouts. I feel like a new person each and every time I complete my cardio workout.

Let’s talk about what happens when you perform cardiovascular activities. Just as exercise strengthens muscles of the body such as your triceps, biceps or quadriceps, the heart muscle gets stronger as you engage in aerobic activity. Exercise helps improve the blood circulation because when you exercise, the heart pumps the blood not only to the hands and feet, but also helps provide much needed oxygen to the organs in your body. The higher your fitness level is, the less your heart has to work because your blood vessels will work smarter since their linings will become more flexible.

Maintaining a healthy blood pressure is also a benefit to exercising your cardiovascular system, as a stronger heart can beat slower while still pumping large volumes of blood throughout the body. On the other hand, a weak, unexercised heart needs to work harder to do the same work! Your resting heart rate is also lower if you are fitter (which is a good thing), because the heart doesn’t have to pump so often.

Just as we talked last week about brisk walking improving the immune system, your cardiovascular system will also benefit. Try walking up a steep hill to really get your heart pumping and you’ll get your aerobic activity in during this 20 minute brisk walk. If you do not like the idea of walking, there are many other aerobic activities you could engage in (e.g. bicycling, jumping on a mini trampoline or swimming to name a few). It does not really matter what you do as long as you do something that gets your heart pumping.

Do you struggle with high cholesterol? Regular exercise causes an increase in the blood flow throughout your body, which helps flush out the bloodstream, ultimately reducing the LDL, or “bad” cholesterol.

Something else we often overlook regarding our cardiovascular system is that when our heart is placed under uncontrolled stress, it reacts with adrenalin to try and recover from the situation. Regular exercise improves the heart’s ability to recover during these uncontrolled times, resulting in a more resilient body overall.

Finally, participating in regular aerobic activity is your best defense to lower your probability of suffering cardiac conditions, or heart disease such as a heart attack or stroke. While statistics state that as many as 250,000 deaths per year in the United States are attributed to a lack of regular physical exercise, the vast majority of adults in the United States remain sedentary with less than one-third meeting the minimal recommendations for physical activity or exercise as outlined by the Center for Disease Control, American College of Sports Medicine, and the American Heart Association.

It is my desire that you don’t become a statistic. That is why we have created free exercise programs available on this workout site. What’s your favorite type of aerobic activity to keep your heart healthy? We want to hear from you!

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