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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Exercise
Physical activity is essential for everyone. Keeping yourself active throughout the day is known to be the key to overall health and well-being.
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Exercise can be done in any form according to your age, requirements, and mobility; it can be walking, jogging, running, or some gym workouts.
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Walking is a type of cardiovascular physical activity that increases your heart rate, can improve blood flow and help lower blood pressure.
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Jogging is a form of running only but at a slower pace. The main agenda with this is to increase physical fitness without putting less stress on the body.
Running refers to the action of rapidly propelling yourself forward on foot. It is faster than jogging and is known to help achieve fitness goals faster.
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Walking, jogging and running are three major common physcial exercises to remain active. Choosing an activity that fits our age can work best for our requirements, stamina, and mobility. Let's explore which of these three will work best for specific age groups.
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The age group of 6 to 18 has the highest energy levels, which makes running the best suitable exercise for them. Running will help improve cardiovascular health and build strength, too.
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For the age group of 19-40 yrs, jogging strikes the benefits by balancing the intensity and endurance, offering great results without overwhelming the body, impacting overall fitness and helping in weight management.
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For people in the age group of 41-60, walking is a great option as it is lighter on the joints, making it perfect for maintaining health while reducing the risk of injuries.
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People with 60+ yrs of age require an activity that is less intense but helps in managing mobility, flexibility offer benefits for heart health, balance and overall well-being.
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As physcial activity is a necessity for everyone, choosing the one that suits you best as per your age, mobility, and health goals can make a huge impact on your overall health and well-being.
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