The
role of exercise as related to a healthy lifestyle continues
to be validated. Perhaps you are a fairly young person with
a noticeable lack of energy and already beginning to experience
a decreased ability to walk. It was not uncommon for folk to
think that lots of walking or running caused knee problems and
early arthritis as one aged. Recent research shows that lots
of walking and running improves osteoarthritis, especially as
we age. Exercise seems to improve the strength of bones, tendons,
and muscles associated with walking. As people get older they
will experience problems moving around, particularly when getting
out of the car or going up steps, if exercise is not done frequently.
You probably already know someone who is experiencing this problem
if you are not already experiencing it yourself. The research
does not say how much time should be given to the activity,
but the American Heart Association recommends 30 minutes a day
five days a week. Going for a walk is a good thing for everybody.
I am Dr. Thaddeus John Bell --- Closing the Gap in Health Disparities
for African Americans.
Bell Update Volume 3, Chapter 10
Copyright
March 2008
