Exercise is Essential

EXERCISE;- A Word that strikes fear into a large percentage of the population. THERE IS NO NEED.

EXERCISE - Falls into two catagories, MIND and BODY. Lets deal with them separately:-

MIND - To stimulate the mind is relatively easy. It is just a matter, in most cases, of ensuring that a considerable amount of reading, viewing, listening and conversation takes place.

It is highly recommended that a wide variety of stimulants are utilised.

Example:-

* Newspapers (No need to purchase,Most can be read via the internet )

* Books ( Join a Library )

* Crossword puzzles ( Buy Puzzle books and Newspapers.)

* Write letters to friends, family and newspapers.

OTHER WAYS- To stimulate the Mind:-

* Watch television ( Particularly Documentary, current afairs and quiz programmes )

* Listen to the radio, tapes, CD' and music

* Play board games.

* Join a club.

* Take up voluntary work.

USE - All means that are at your disposal to keep your mind as busy as possible.

BODY - A Physical routine need not be daunting, there is a level that is atainable for every one.

It is known that a regular walk or swim, helps keep Alzhelmers at bay.

Exercising for two and a half hours per week boosts memory in those at risk of dementia.

SOME SIMPLE RETIREMENT-EXERCISE WORKOUTS:-

STRETCHING :-

Warming up and down and stretching before starting is essential.

Warming up prepares the body for more intense activity. The most important thing is to raise core body temperature by a few degrees.

Warming down and stretching, allows the muscles to recover and may help lactate that has built up, to be removed. This removes stiffness and soreness post exercise.

To Warm up and Warm down - Gently jog for 5 - 10 minutes.

They can be completed - standing or seated.

* Rotate ankles and wrists.

* Rotate head and stretch the neck.

* Put hands on shoulders and rotate elbows.

* Rotate torso.

* Forward bends from the waist.

* Hands above head and reach as far as possible.

* Gently arch the back.

* Lean over to the left and right.

* Swing arms backwards and forwards.

WHEN SITTING:- prevent fluid retention by uncrossing your legs,placing both feet on the floor and wearing loose clothing. Doing this helps to keep up the movement in your lymph glands, where bodily fluid can build up.

EYE EXERCISE:-

* Keep your head still.

* Go cross eyed by focussing on the bridge of your nose.

* Hold for five seconds.

* Repeat five times

* Move your eyes from side to side for thirty seconds each morning.(It can boost memory)

IT IS ALSO - Essential to regulate your Diet

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