If you rest, you rust. There is actually some truth to this saying. Let's take an example. For our joint system to run as smoothly as clockwork, it should be in motion as much as possible. This is because movement supports and promotes the production of synovial fluid, the cushion between the cartilage. But there are even more reasons why you should exercise regularly.
Exercise boosts the immune system
Sport and regular exercise can do so much more. Physical activity boosts our immune system. This is because movement activates killer cells and leukocytes, and antibodies can be formed more quickly. Physical activity also breaks down stress hormones, slows the aging of the body's defenses, and regulates inflammation in the body.
Regular exercise reduces the risk of infection in winter
Immunologists and sports physicians agree that moderate training can halve the risk of infection. While every second untrained person catches a cold in the winter months, it affects not even one in ten particularly athletic people. Thus, types of exercise that promote stamina, such as swimming, cycling, or hiking, are the most effective. It is important not to overexert yourself and to correctly assess your own physical limits. This means: no performance pressure, but rather continuing to find joy and pleasure in movement.
How and when to exercise? Expert recommendations
Experts recommend 30 to 45 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise two to three times a week. Important: You can still train with a light cold. However, intensive physical activity should always be off-limits if you are truly ill, have a fever, or feel exhausted overall. Nevertheless, for a strong immune system, it is better not to train on an empty stomach in the morning: the remaining carbohydrates are otherwise needed for the exertion, and the immune system lacks energy.
Here is an overview once more:
9 reasons why exercise is so important for our health:
Regular physical exercise:
- boosts the metabolism
- can have a positive effect on cholesterol levels
- has a positive impact on blood pressure regulation
- helps with weight control
- lowers the risk of osteoarthritis
- stimulates the production of synovial fluid (joint lubricant)
- strengthens the cardiovascular system
- promotes blood circulation in the brain
- increases our physical and mental performance
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