There have been so many studies proving that exercise can prolong your life. Although specific modifications will have to be made, does not mean that you cannot exercise. For some of you in your more mature years, it may mean something as basic as walking around your house. Many seniors enjoy swimming, because it offers an excellent source of exercise with zero pressure on your joints. I am not a doctor, nutritionist and/or other health care professional, but I do know that when you stop using something it becomes unable to be used when you want it. Your body is no different. You must increase the blood flow through your heart and other organs. Doing this helps keep organs vital and full of life.
I have a cousin that is 85 and has biceps hard as rocks and runs marathons. The reason that she can do this is because she continued to exercise throughout her life. Even when she was struck with grievances and difficulties, she still found a way to keep moving. Now at the age of 85, she looks like she is not a day over 70. I only had the pleasure of speaking with her once, but what she told me, stuck to me. She said that her secret was to live for GOD, take care of herself spiritually, mentally, and emotionally and the only way that she could do any of it, was to take care of herself physically through exercise and healthy eating.
Just because you may be older, does not by any stretch of the imagination mean that you do not have the ability to take care of yourself. If you are able, then you should be exercising in some form. Be sure to follow your doctor, nutritionist and/or other health care professional's orders and only do what is within your capacity. The length of time is not as important as the fact that you are doing something. If you act like an invalid, then that is what you will be. There is no reason that you still can't be full of life and energy.
Take out some paper and answer the following questions.
How you can encourage a senior that you know to exercise or start exercising if you are a senior.
What are some of the ways that you can modify your existing program or begin a program if you don’t already have one?
How are your eating habits? Explain. See the articles, “DIET RULES” and “FOOD JOURNAL”
Take a moment to write what you can do right now to get started? See the article How Do I Get Started?
How can you modify your routine for working out at least 4 days a week?
Are you in a plateau? What can you do to change your WORK OUT routine?
Are you having fun when you exercise?
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Monday, September 22, 2008
Children And Exercise
First of all, let me say how important it is for children to participate in some sort of exercise. Although I do not know the specific studies, everyone knows that children demonstrate what they see and what they hear is a distant secondary. Children live by example. The Bible clearly states that you must train up a child (Proverbs 22:6). Therefore, the same applies to exercise. A child that sees their parents continually being active will more likely be active.Check outExercise Equipment for Children
When it comes to children, there is no law that says it has to be structured such as going to a class or to the gym. Even if they are outside running around at the park for a while, it is better than no exercise at all. The amount of time will depend on the age of the child. A toddler won't be able to last as long as a teenager.
However, I personally believe that structured classes and exercises can prove to be invaluable to a child's mental as well as physical development. Attributes such as discipline, commitment, recognition, hard work, healthy competition, being a good teammate and many more can be gained through the involvement of a structured class.
Exercise, if possible, should be looked on as something that brings excitement to the child. If your child is rambunctious and won’t settle down at home, it can be due to the fact that they are not getting enough exercise. Try getting them involved in play dates where they can run, jump, and play. They will enjoy many of the same benefits that adults enjoy as a direct result of exercise and possibly be better behaved.
When your child is exercising be sure to provide necessary breaks and fluids to prevent dehydration. They will let you know when they are tired and need a break. The main goal is to make it fun.
Unfortunately, we have allowed the television, video games and the computer not only to be a part of our lives, but we have allowed them to consume the lives of our children. Our children of this generation have become a generation of couch potatoes. They are the most overweight generation ever. There is no reason why we should not turn this trend around.
I believe that when your body is active your brain can and will be more active. I remember when there was a time that children used to be outside all of the time running around playing outside and the park was full of children. Now you never see kids out and if there are children at the park, there are not very many playing.
Use exercise as a way to spend quality time with your child. Exercising such as a bike ride, swimming, playing ball can be a tremendous way to bond with your child. It is one way that your child will realize that their interests can be the same as your interest. For example, if you spend an hour playing ball with your child then they most likely will be more willing to help you with something later on. This way both you and your child will benefit.
Take a moment to write down the following
Write down ways in which you can involve your children in exercise.
In what ways have you encouraged your children to exercise with you?
How are your children's eating habits?
When it comes to children, there is no law that says it has to be structured such as going to a class or to the gym. Even if they are outside running around at the park for a while, it is better than no exercise at all. The amount of time will depend on the age of the child. A toddler won't be able to last as long as a teenager.
However, I personally believe that structured classes and exercises can prove to be invaluable to a child's mental as well as physical development. Attributes such as discipline, commitment, recognition, hard work, healthy competition, being a good teammate and many more can be gained through the involvement of a structured class.
Exercise, if possible, should be looked on as something that brings excitement to the child. If your child is rambunctious and won’t settle down at home, it can be due to the fact that they are not getting enough exercise. Try getting them involved in play dates where they can run, jump, and play. They will enjoy many of the same benefits that adults enjoy as a direct result of exercise and possibly be better behaved.
When your child is exercising be sure to provide necessary breaks and fluids to prevent dehydration. They will let you know when they are tired and need a break. The main goal is to make it fun.
Unfortunately, we have allowed the television, video games and the computer not only to be a part of our lives, but we have allowed them to consume the lives of our children. Our children of this generation have become a generation of couch potatoes. They are the most overweight generation ever. There is no reason why we should not turn this trend around.
I believe that when your body is active your brain can and will be more active. I remember when there was a time that children used to be outside all of the time running around playing outside and the park was full of children. Now you never see kids out and if there are children at the park, there are not very many playing.
Use exercise as a way to spend quality time with your child. Exercising such as a bike ride, swimming, playing ball can be a tremendous way to bond with your child. It is one way that your child will realize that their interests can be the same as your interest. For example, if you spend an hour playing ball with your child then they most likely will be more willing to help you with something later on. This way both you and your child will benefit.
Take a moment to write down the following
Write down ways in which you can involve your children in exercise.
In what ways have you encouraged your children to exercise with you?
How are your children's eating habits?
I'm At The Gym, So How Do I Stay There?
Alright, you have taken the initiative to get to the gym. Congratulations! Now the dilemma comes of how to stay there and not give up after a couple of weeks. There are so many people that spend the money to join and then never use it. This is especially true during the beginning of the year. I call these people the New Year’s Resolution crowd. The majority of these people are at the gym for show or because someone else bought them a membership that they feel obligated to use. We all know that resolutions very rarely succeed. Follow these steps.
Step 1: Make a commitment before GOD not yourself.
Letting yourself down can be negotiable, letting GOD down is not negotiable.
Step 2: If possible purchase new WORK OUT clothes and shoes.
If you spend money on more than just the membership it will be something that you invested your funds into. The Bible teaches that you are to spend your money for kingdom benefits, tying back to Step 1.
Step 3: Get your own music that will keep you focused on your WORK OUT.
The music in most gyms, if not your particular taste in music can make you leave earlier than expected or not go at all. Just make sure that it is something upbeat and not too slow.
Step 4: Tell people that you are going to the gym.
You will be amazed that once others know that you are going to the gym, they will ask if you are going or not. They will see the results and hold you accountable for not going. It may just inspire them to go for themselves.
Step 5: Make it part of your schedule.
I said this earlier. Just like you go to work the same time, you can go to the gym at the same time. It has to be part of your routine.
Step 6: Join a class.
It can be fun and exciting. You will meet people that have similar goals and can make friends, network, etc. Just be careful and remember that you are there for working out. If you make friends you can be social before or after your WORK OUT.
Step 7: See Step 1.
We are talking about our lives, we are to bring our absolute best to the Kingdom.
Step 1: Make a commitment before GOD not yourself.
Letting yourself down can be negotiable, letting GOD down is not negotiable.
Step 2: If possible purchase new WORK OUT clothes and shoes.
If you spend money on more than just the membership it will be something that you invested your funds into. The Bible teaches that you are to spend your money for kingdom benefits, tying back to Step 1.
Step 3: Get your own music that will keep you focused on your WORK OUT.
The music in most gyms, if not your particular taste in music can make you leave earlier than expected or not go at all. Just make sure that it is something upbeat and not too slow.
Step 4: Tell people that you are going to the gym.
You will be amazed that once others know that you are going to the gym, they will ask if you are going or not. They will see the results and hold you accountable for not going. It may just inspire them to go for themselves.
Step 5: Make it part of your schedule.
I said this earlier. Just like you go to work the same time, you can go to the gym at the same time. It has to be part of your routine.
Step 6: Join a class.
It can be fun and exciting. You will meet people that have similar goals and can make friends, network, etc. Just be careful and remember that you are there for working out. If you make friends you can be social before or after your WORK OUT.
Step 7: See Step 1.
We are talking about our lives, we are to bring our absolute best to the Kingdom.
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