Fitness: A Flu Buster
by Merilee
Kern
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With all of the recent reports about Avian and other flu viruses hell
bent on ruining our holidays, now more than ever is the time to stick
with, or ramp up, your fitness routine no matter how much holiday shopping
you still have left to do! And no, power shopping does not count as an
aerobic exercise.
FACT: Those who exercise regularly are less likely to come down with a
cold or be greatly debilitated by one. Frequent exercisers experience less
symptoms and quicker recoveries from colds.
During even moderate exercise, various immune cells are rapidly
circulated through the body and are better able to kill bacteria and
viruses. Once the bout of exercise is over, the immune system remains
elevated for a few hours before returning to normal levels.
In other words, every time you go for a brisk walk, your immune system
receives a boost that should increase your chances of fighting off cold
viruses over the long term. The same concept holds true for kids, which is
yet another great excuse to shut down their video game system and get them
moving!
Some of the best reasons for incorporating regular exercise into your
life is that you'll feel better, enjoy life more and reduce the frequency
of common colds. Since you will be spending less time being sick you will
have more time to enjoy work and play. And we Modern Moms know just how
precious time is. And, yes, you’ll look darn good, too!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Former bodybuilding champion and health advocate Merilee A. Kern,
MBA, is the author of the fictional children’s book “It’s Not Your Fault
That You’re Overweight - A Story of Enlightenment, Empowerment and
Accomplishment for Overweight and Obese Kids”. She can be reached through
her Web site at http://www.notfault.com/.
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