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6 FAQs ON CHRONIC DISEASE AND EXERCISE: ANSWERED!

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Are you suffering from a chronic disease? Are you hitting the age of 50+ and wondering about chronic diseases and how to manage them with exercise? Well, now more than ever, the answers to the below FAQ on chronic disease & exercise is relevant due to the alarming report that chronic diseases are responsible for almost 70% of all deaths globally.

1. What is a Chronic Disease?

The medical community is yet to agree on a single definition for the term “Chronic Disease” as there exists a variety of definitions. The differences depend on the research data and the lead authors. Thus,  According to Wikipedia, a chronic disease is

“A human health condition or disease that is persistent or otherwise long-lasting in its effects or a disease that comes with time”.

An academic study authored by a geriatrician defined it as

“A conditions that last a year or more and require ongoing medical attention and/or limit activities of daily living”.

MedicineNet says the chronic disease is

“one lasting 3 months or more”

The World Health Organisation (WHO) also defined it as

“Diseases that are of long duration and generally slow in progression and are not passed from person to person”

From the above, we can safely conclude that it is a non-communicable health condition that persists for over 3 months and can be managed with medicine and exercise.

2. Is diabetes a chronic disease?

Irrespective of which lens you are viewing a chronic disease list from, you are certain to find diabetes. The Centres for Disease and Prevention (CDC), Wikipedia,  other medical practitioners and researchers have all listed diabetes as a chronic disease.

3. Is depression a chronic disease?

FAQ ON CHRONIC DISEASE

Yes! Depression is listed on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS.gov) extensive chronic diseases list.

4. What are the top ten chronic diseases?

According to a reputable health stakeholder, the below are not just the top ten chronic diseases in recent times but also, the most expensive, causing havoc to patient’s finances.

  • Cardiovascular Diseases
  • Smoking-Related Health Issues
  • Alchohol-Related Health Issues
  • Alzheimer’s Disease
  • Stroke
  • Arthritis
  • Diabetes
  • Cancer
  • Obesity
  • Asthma

5. How can exercising help manage chronic disease?

FAQ ON CHRONIC DISEASE & EXERCISE

Researchers have provided overwhelming evidence indicating a lack of exercise as the primary factor underlying all chronic diseases.  As a believer of the adage, “it’s better late than never”, undertaking regular mild exercises from the minute one becomes self-aware will enable patients to overcome fatigue (common complaints made by patients with chronic diseases) and to a large extent improve the health condition.
Wondering how? Check this and that out.

6.  Four types of exercises to manage chronic diseases

It is paramount to note that although exercising is a wonderful way of staying young and healthy, not all forms of exercises are advised. There are specific types of exercises that are proven to have a better effect on managing chronic diseases. They are categorised into 4 key areas as illustrated below.

Endurance:

Endurance exercises keep your heart alive as demonstrated in the video. Grab our treadmills and bikes to undertake your endurance exercises.

Strength:

Stronger muscles make everyday activities easier and feel lighter. Watch the video on how to achieve this.

Balance:

Balance exercises help prevent falls, a common problem in older adults that can have serious consequences. These exercises include standing on one foot, “tai chi” and balance walking.

Flexibility:

As you grow older, certain things become much more difficult to do. Perform the above exercises, then you will have one less thing to worry about.

In summary, exercising regularly is a wonder drug you need to help manage and prevent chronic diseases.

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FAQ ON CHRONIC DISEASE & EXERCISE

4 Tips to Fitness With Less Exercise; Always And Forever!

Wondering how to reach fitness with less exercise whilst staying healthy and young always and forever? Then keep reading, because this blog has got you covered. But before we start slicing the cake, have you ever heard the saying prevention is better than cure? I bet you have. Keeping that in mind and as a Generation Z /millennial member, one of the smartest gifts you could give yourself is to personalize this saying in terms of your health and nurture your God-given healthy skin and body into your desired form and shape by practising the 4 tips below

4 Tips to Fitness With Less Exercise; Always & Forever!

1. Have a Life

Yes, it’s that simple; have a life. Life is too stressful to be serious at all times. So, whether you are a student or a worker, ensure you live a balanced life. How is this possible? Pick one or two healthy activities which are of interest to you and practice them at least once a week. In my case, I chose to dance Kizomba once every Thursday for about 3 hours in heels. By so doing, I ended up burning my calories, obtained a toned body and improved my body fitness. This obviously doesn’t require much exercise in comparison to other alternatives. In effect, I achieved an enviably toned body, mastered the art of walking and dancing in heels and overall, obtained improved mental wellbeing. The trick, however, is to begin practising this strategy whilst you are young and fresh.

2. Have a Workout Plan

Identify areas of your body which you would love to tone and then create a mild workout plan around them to undertake twice a week. Since our end goal is to remain healthy and fresh forever, It is advisable to get one or two workout equipment in your household as an alternative to the public gym. This will ensure you have 24/7 access to them in the face of any unforeseen circumstance in the future.

Workout Plan

3. Be Conscious About Your Diet & Eating Habits

Pay attention to everything you consume daily: you can’t afford to be passive about this. Thus, control your nutrients intake. Especially, in this 21st century where myriad information exists regarding nutrition and how to go about it.  Click here in case you aren’t sure where to start. You also might want to eat slowly by chewing all your meals thoroughly to expedite digestion as this process begins with the saliva in your mouth. Drinking more water also helps in keeping your body & skin healthy as it keeps you hydrated and flushes out toxic materials from your body. A rule of thumb is to drink eight glasses of water a day.

Nutrition

4. Get Enough Sleep

Sleeping is so vital to the body and your health such that, you cannot underperform it. Your brain depends on it to function properly and what I love most about sleeping is that it involves zero exercises, yet it helps your body and wellbeing in tremendous ways. Medical experts have posited an average of 6 to 10 hours.

Tips to Fitness With Less Exercise

Okay, there you have it. Your comments are welcomed.

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