Exercise has many different componants. For example theres strength conditioning, power development, flexibility and aerobic conditioning.
many people are aware of these however did you know the following?
- The lymphatic system does not have a pump although it is housed in a system of vessels similar to blood vessels. Specific exercise is very beneficial to moving and circulating lymp, resulting in better health.
- Exercise is very beneficial to diabetics. Poor insulin production or utilisation leads to loss of blood sugar control. Specific exercise can allow sugar into cells via the Krebs cycle bypassing the insulin dependant method.
- Exercise helps IBS suffers. Specific exercises will improve digestive function and relieve symptoms like constipation.
- Specific exercise produces endorphins and can help depression and low mood.
- Improved flexibility of certain muscle groups can allow easier breathing and therefore aid asthmatic symptoms or improve performance.
This is a few of the ways exercise can be used as a therapy. Please call 087 787 4050 for more or view my profile above