When a person is obese, they are carrying around more
weight that is recommended for their individual height and age.
To decrease the
effects or appearance of being obese, a person will have to start a healthier
lifestyle, which includes a healthy diet, as well as consistent
exercise.
There have been studies that overweight people are more
likely to lose the psychological benefits of exercise because there are other
factors that will cause them to gain weight. They are more likely to feel
rejected, unattractive, as well as feel the effects of social discrimination.
This type of emotional strain may cause further weight gain. Whatever they lose
through exercise, will be replaced with additional “guilt weight.”
There are many benefits that are achieved when someone
incorporate exercise into their lifestyle. There is an overall
improvement of
fitness and health. Mortality rates reduce, especially in the category of
non-cardiac causes, as well as from heart-related deaths. It is said that the
more fit an individual is, the lower the risk they have. No one is too young,
too old, too slim or too fat to exercise. The US Surgeon General suggests that
individuals should incorporate at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise almost
every day. This can be satisfied by spending some time brisk walking throughout
the day.
When someone begins to exercise, the main goals they wish
to achieve or will see an improvement in includes:
1) There will be an improvement in oxygen delivery and
metabolic processes.
2) Exercise builds strength and endurance.
3) Many will see a decrease in overall body fat.
4) When exercising, there will be an improvement in the
movement in the joints and muscles.
5) There will be an improvement sense of well-being.
6) Improves in heart protection and health will occur.
When exercising, there are just as many risks to an obese
person, as there is someone who has a lower body weight. Those who have serious
or chronic medical conditions should always consult their physician when they
are beginning a new exercise program. If you are on medication, you should
consult your doctor on what sort of limitations you may recognize.
When beginning an exercise program, you
should know that about 50% of all people who begin a vigorous exercise program,
they drop it within one year. That is why it is suggested that a person choose
activities that are satisfying and keep your interest.
The main exercise methods are considered to be:
1) Aerobic (also called endurance)
2) Strength (also called resistance)
3) Flexibility
Aerobic exercise is categorized into two types of
categories: high or low impact. Obese exercisers should start with low
impact in order to get used to the strain on the body. In no time, they can work
their up to other forms of exercise that they are able to tolerate.
Low-Impact to
Moderate-Impact Exercises
Walking
Swimming
Stair Climbing
Rowing
Cross-Country Skiing
Brisk Walking
Jogging
High-Impact Exercises
Running
Dance Exercise
Tennis
Racquetball
Squash
Here are some exercise tips to consider when you are ready
to work up a sweat:
Exercise Tips
1) Do not eat two hours before vigorous exercise.
2) Drink plenty of fluids before, during, and after a
workout. Water is the best thing to consume.
3) Adjust activity based on the weather.
4) Do not exercise if you are tired or feeling sick.
5) When exercising, look out for symptoms of overexertion:
chest pain, irregular heartbeat, undue fatigue, nausea, unexpected
breathlessness and light-headedness.
6) For burning calories, the treadmillhas been said to be
the best. Next is the stair climber, the rowing machine, cross-country ski
machine, as well as the stationary bicycle.