The Single Most Important Thing

If anyone asked me what was the single most important thing I have done over the span of my life to stay young, healthy and fit, I would have to say exercise.  For over thirty years I have exercised at least thirty minutes every day.  Now I would never say that just exercising thirty minutes a day is all it takes to stay young and fit, however years of research and mounting scientific evidence about the merits of exercise, now point to  exercise as being essential in slowing down the aging process.  Of course genetics and a little luck go a long way in helping us retain our youth, but for most of us living a healthy lifestyle, which includes exercise and a good diet, are the cornerstones of health and fitness.

What would I recommend as an exercise program?  Well it would include flexibly, balance, and strength exercises, combined with cardiovascular exercise.  Scientific studies now show that just thirty minutes a day of exercise is all it takes.  So if you alternate between a class that incorporates flexibility, stretching, balance and strength training with a day of cardiovascular exercise for thirty minutes, six days a weeks, you will not only keep your body fit but also improve your cognitive functioning.

I developed my exercise program, Doctor Lynn’s Anti-Aging Workout for Every Body, as a program that combines flexibility, balance, strength training and relaxation, all in one easy 40 minute exercise class. Since flexibility is so important to staying fit, next week I’m going to focus on flexibility as an important part of an exercise regiment.  I’ll share with you some tips and easy ways to stay flexible in body and mind.

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