Exercise after Quitting Smoking
One of the best ways of Quitting Smoking is to to be like my friend Alan. He knew he had to make a change in his life. He was getting married. So he wanted to get in better shape. He had to stop smoking, but how?
Well, he replaced his addiction with another one, exercise. Just as Alan had craved cigarettes, he now craved exercise.
He found something to occupy his mind, his obsessions with getting in the best shape of his life. And he did it. He quit smoking and by going to the gym every day after work for an hour or two, he got in the best shape of his life.
You don't have to spend as much time as he did, but if you can spend a little time on exercise after quitting smoking every day, even just 20 minutes, then your health can improve.
Exercise will give you more energy and cause you to feel better, in the long run. After exercising, you will feel more fresh and ready to get some work done. Sometimes, you may get frustrated with your job or other things in your life, and exercise can be the perfect outlet.
Quitting Smoking apart from making you mentally fresh and emotionally strong, also has other healthful benefits.
It is quite helpful in minimizing the risk of heart problems, diabetes and obesity. It also enhances the levels of blood pressure, prevents osteoporosis and provides a better equilibrium. Lastly, the one thing, which most of us care about, is you will look better. Imagine how great you would feel if you quit smoking and start a great exercise routine at the same time.
Where should I exercise? What kind of exercise should I do? Do I have time for this? Etc. etc.
Do not worry, there's an answer to all of these questions. First, you simply need to make time for exercise after quitting smoking or even make it one of your hobbies. Take up gardening and do plenty of digging, go for short walks in the evening, or get even more serious and join a club, scheduling time to go regularly.
Another thing you must consider before starting any exercise program is a proper medical checkup. You must consult your family physician or any other doctor, first. Get all your tests done, such as the blood pressure, heart rate, etc. If you get a clean bill of health then you should definitely start an exercise program.
You may still have more excuses. Who will take care of your baby, kids, or any other family member you watch over? To solve this problem, let your friends and family know you are doing this. Let them help if need be, or get a babysitter! You have to plan it out seriously, just like quitting smoking.
As always, consult your doctor tell him your going to exercise after quitting smoking and ask about possible injuries you can incur from exercise. Don't hit it too hard too fast. According to your MHR (maximum heart rate), one should exercise at 70 to 80 percent of heart rate. Take things easy and talk to the trainers at the gym to help.
Remember to do warm up and cool down exercises to ease your body in and out of an exercise routine. Get some aerobic exercise for your cardiovascular health but also consider doing some weight training, even if just to tone up rather than bulk up.
After three to six months of regular exercise you will surely notice a difference and be well on your way to Quitting Smoking, Thus, to lead a healthy life, put down those cigarettes and pick up the weights!
