I have the magic cure, exercise

Judy Frueh

If I told you I had the magic cure to help you feel better mentally, look better physically, help you sleep better, give you more energy and even could improve your sex life would you be interested in the remedy I have? What if I told you it would require a minimum of 30 minutes of your time every day? Would you feel that the benefits would be worth the time involved? The magic cure I have is called exercise.

The simple act of walking 30 minutes every day can have a huge impact in reducing your risk of heart disease, lowering your blood pressure, lipid levels and blood sugar. Thirty minutes of exercise can also reduce your risk of breast and colon cancer and osteoporosis. People generally feel better mentally when they exercise, have more energy and sleep better.

I know we are all short on time but not spending time on social media or skipping that TV show can be enough to get that 30 minutes of exercise in. Find a friend or take your dog and go for a walk. The fresh air, the good visit or just the time to be alone to think can do wonders for your well-being.

We are fortunate to live in a community with low crime rate so we can feel safe when we walk. We also have many sidewalks and trails for us to exercise. Purchasing a cheap reflective vest will also help keep you safe as the days get shorter. We also have some great indoor tracks and gyms that are options for you if you don’t want to depend on the weather.

I know many people suffer from joint pain but walking can actually support your joints and can help the stiffness go away. Walking can slow down the deterioration of the joints. Walking can also strengthen your muscles which can increase your range of motion. This can cause a shift in the pressure and weight on your joints helping to reduce joint discomfort.

So get some good quality shoes, find a walking buddy and see how good it feels to get out there and walk!