Reasons for Sleeping and Waking up Early

Got this in my mail box and i think it’s worth sharing.

Evening at 9 – 11pm: is the time for eliminating unnecessary/ toxic chemicals (detoxification) from the antibody system (lymph nodes). This time duration should be spent by relaxing or listening to music. If during this time a housewife is still in an unrelaxed state such as washing the dishes or monitoring children doing their homework, this will have a negative impact on health.

Evening at 11pm – 1am: is the detoxification process in the liver, and ideally should be done in a deep sleep state.

Early morning 1 – 3am: detoxification process in the gall, also ideally done in a deep sleep state.

Early morning 3 – 5am: detoxification in the lungs. Therefore there will sometimes be a severe cough for cough sufferers during this time. Since the detoxification process had reached the respiratory tract, there is no need to take cough medicine so as not to interfere with toxin removal process.

Morning 5 – 7am: detoxification in the colon, you should empty your bowel.

Morning 7 – 9am: absorption of nutrients in the small intestine, you should be having breakfast at this time. Breakfast should be earlier, before 6:30am, for those who are sick. Breakfast before 7:30am is very beneficial to those wanting to stay fit. Those who always skip breakfast, they should change their habits, and it is still better to eat breakfast late until 9 – 10am rather than no meal at all.

Sleeping so late and waking up too late will disrupt the process of removing unnecessary chemicals. Aside from that, midnight to 4:00 am is the time when the bone marrow produces blood. Therefore, have a good sleep and don’t sleep late.

Benefits of Exercising

Exercises are necessary and beneficial especially for those middle aged people. There are exrecises fit for different age group which could keep them active and healthy.

For the younger ones, a more strenuous exercise routine will surely make them stronger and of course intensity fits their young bodies. But, for the older ones, a light but consistent physical activity will not only make them active, it will also enhance their strength and energy.

A person who exercises regularly is more energetic and healthy. Exercising thoughout your life have a  lot of benefits. Exercising regularly makes your heart stronger and lungs healthier.

Here are some benefits of exercises which could help with your decision whether to start your physical fitness activities…

Exercise and your mood.

After a stressful day, a workout at the gym or a brisk 30-minute walk can help you calm down. Exercise stimulates various brain chemicals, which may leave you feeling happier and more relaxed than you were before you worked out. It will make you feel better. It can also boost your confidence and improve your self-esteem. Exercise even reduces feelings of depression and anxiety.

Exercise and your diseases.

Heart disease? High blood pressure? Osteoporosis? Regular exercise is your tool to prevent and control this illnesses. Regular exercise can help you prevent — or manage — high blood pressure. Your cholesterol will benefit, too. This activity keeps your blood flowing smoothly by lowering the buildup of plaques in your arteries.

Regular exercise can also help you prevent type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis and certain types of cancer.

Exercise and your weight.

Overweight? Try walking or other physical activities. When you exercise, you burn calories. The more intense your exercise, the more calories you burn — and the easier it is to keep your weight under control.

Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Walk during your lunch break. Do jumping jacks during commercials. Better yet, turn off the TV and take a brisk walk. Dedicated workouts are great, but activity you accumulate throughout the day helps you burn calories, too.

Exercise and your heart and lungs.

Regular exercise can leave you breathing easier. Exercise delivers oxygen and nutrients to your tissues. In fact, regular exercise helps your entire cardiovascular system — the circulation of blood through your heart and blood vessels — work more efficiently. When your heart and lungs work more efficiently, you’ll have more energy to do the things you enjoy.

Exercise and your sleep.

A good night’s sleep can improve your concentration, productivity and mood. Exercise is sometimes the key to a better sleep. Regular exercise can help you fall asleep faster and deepen your sleep. The natural dip in body temperature five to six hours after you exercise might help you fall asleep.

Exercise and your sex life.

Regular exercise can leave you feeling energized and looking better, which may have a positive effect on your sex life. Exercise also improves your circulation, which can lead to more satisfying sex. And men who exercise regularly are less likely to have problems with erectile dysfunction than are men who don’t exercise, especially as they get older.

Exercise can also be — fun!

Exercise doesn’t have to be drudgery. Take a ballroom dancing class. Check out a local climbing wall or hiking trail. Push your kids on the swings or climb with them on the jungle gym. Plan a neighborhood kickball or touch football game. Find an activity you enjoy, and go for it. If you get bored, try something new. If you’re moving, it counts!

Now, what are you waiting for? Start a physical activity today and enjoy the benefits of exercising! 🙂

Exercises for a Flatter Stomach

Summer is still a bit far but this is the perfect time to fine tune your body especially your tummy. Crunches is always been a part of flattening the abs but its hard to perform. Now, here’s an easy, no equipment exercise routine performed three times a week for a flatter and perfect tummy. Just in time for the summer getaways.    

Hot Stepper

Stand facing a bench; place left foot on surface, knee bent. Keep left foot planted and extend arms as you step right foot up and over bench (as shown), landing on opposite side. Push off right foot to reverse to start. Do reps; switch legs; repeat.

Reverse Squat

Start in a deep squat with thighs lower than parallel to ground, a weight in each hand at chest, elbows bent. Rise so thighs are parallel to ground as you straighten arms at chest level (as shown). Return to start. Do reps.

Plank Up

Start in plank position on forearms, legs extended behind you, resting on toes; raise right leg a few inches off ground, toes out (as shown). Keeping leg lifted, straighten right arm, then left, coming into a raised push-up position. Reverse motion to return to plank. Repeat, alternating lead arms. Do reps, switching legs at halfway point.

Prime Climb

Stand on right leg with left knee bent, thigh parallel to ground, a weight in each hand. Raise right arm overhead, palm in; bend left elbow, holding weight near shoulder (as shown). Jump up, landing on left leg, right knee bent, thigh parallel to ground, as you reverse arm position. Jump back to right for one rep. Repeat, quickly alternating sides. Do reps.

On Your Mark

Stand with feet staggered wider than hip-width apart, left foot in front of right. Bend knees and crouch until left thigh is parallel to ground, right heel lifted. Rest chest on left thigh and place fingertips on either side of left foot (as shown). Keeping fingertips on ground, straighten legs, lowering right heel. Return to crouch for one rep. Quickly do reps. Switch legs; repeat.

Take A Bow

Stand with feet hip-width apart, a weight in each hand. Raise arms out to sides at shoulder level, elbows bent 90 degrees (like a goalpost), palms forward. Bend at hips until flat back is nearly parallel to ground (as shown), then extend arms forward and retract. Return to start; repeat. Do reps.

Power Pike

Start in push-up position, feet resting on ball. Do a push-up. Then dig toes into ball, allowing it to roll forward as you raise butt toward sky (as shown). Lower butt and roll ball back to push-up position for one rep. Do reps.

Flye Crunch

Lie faceup on a bench with legs together and extended at a 45-degree angle; hold a weight in each hand, arms out to sides, palms up (as shown). Contract abs as you lift shoulder blades off bench, bringing arms together above chest and lifting legs to a 90-degree angle. Return to start for one rep.

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