Effects That Exercise Has On Obesity

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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.