THE sedentary lifestyle it is the biggest epidemic of all time, since the percentage of people who are sedentary is 60-85% (depending on the country). According to data from the European Union, the Europeans' 66% is not exercised at all.
Sedentary life negatively affects many organs and systems and is considered a real disease, as it is probably the most important parameter in an unhealthy lifestyle.
The result of a sedentary life is reduced physical ability and endurance. Not only does it predispose to diseases such as diabetes or heart disease, it also appears to accelerate the aging process itself – people who exercise are genetically up to ten years younger. It has also been found to increase the risk of up to 300% in risk groups such as hypertensives, heart patients, diabetics or smokers, compared to people who have the same problems but exercise.
On the contrary, exercise contributes significantly to both the prevention and treatment of problems such as hypertension, smoking, etc obesity, the stress. We all know that even minimal exercise is better than no exercise.
Exercise must become a way of life if we want to gain the many and important benefits it promises us. It offers pleasure, fun, personal and social benefit, gives more and good years of life, prevents the development of risk factors, prevents and treats coronary heart disease, metabolic syndrome, heart failure, diseases of the musculoskeletal system, osteoporosis, etc. .
The most suitable form of exercise for all ages is swimming and for years Piscines Ideales has been informing the public about its beneficial properties in every way. This is because, on the one hand, the buoyancy of the water does not allow the creation of vibrations, and on the other hand, the water does not allow a large increase in body temperature, heart rate or blood pressure. What more could one ask for combining beneficial exercise and enjoyable activity away from their office chair?
Exercise is especially important for children. It is the most important factor in the harmonious physical and mental development of the child, since it helps to improve and maintain his good health, but also to improve his mental and psychological activities. It is still perhaps the only way out for unhooking him from the harmful consequences imposed by the modern way of life. Especially in the case of swimming, children can combine exercise with water games with friends, which contributes significantly to their socialization. The habits they acquire through this healthy occupation guarantee the creation of positive experiences that will accompany and protect them throughout their lives.
For more information on the benefits of hydrotherapy and swimming, contact Piscines Ideales.
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Saltamanikas Nikolas
Your AQUA spot program manager
Graduated from the Department of Science of Physical Education & Sports of the National & Kapodistrian University of Athens /Ed. Swimming of all categories
Master, Physical Education (Sport Management) LUC
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