Sunday, October 19, 2008

Alternate methods of movement

By Robert Anderson

Apart from walking, there are many other forms of exercises. Some of the more common forms of activities include dancing, body building training and a visit to the gym.

One of the most renowned form of exercise is aerobics. Even though it was first developed in the late 70s, it is still a popular form of exercise today. Aerobics typically involves activities like jogging, running and walking. All these activities are associated with active use of oxygen which increases as the intensity of the exercise increases. The aim of aerobic is to boost your fitness and stamina. If aerobics is performed on a regular basis one can develop decent size muscles, flexibility in the joints and improve strength

Jogging - Jogging gives the necessary precautions, and explains how to take the pulse easily. Each jogger gets to know the reactions of his own body, mental, physical and emotional.

Yoga - Yoga originated in India and its roots are as ancient as Sanskrit. In Sanskrit, yoga means union or yoke. It means linking yourself to discipline through which you work towards balance and wholeness of body, mind and spirit. Yoga becomes a way of life, but we can choose what is useful for us and the physical postures or asanas are a good start.

Tai Chi Chuan, Karate and Judo - These are all forms of martial art which originated in China and Japan many centuries ago. They are still used widely as regimes for mind and body. Tai Chi Chuan consists in a variety of general continuous movements, which require control of the whole body and demand concentration, co-ordination and poise. Ali movements are circular, and develop balance and muscular control, rather than bulk.

Contests of Karate and Judo are also held, in which single competitors perform predetermined series of movements simulating defense and counterattack. They are gaining worldwide popularity and especially among the young people. Though the main aim of such exercises are self-defence , yet these arts can provide you the best of the body movements and really help you get back in a good shape. They work strongly over the body. - 15438

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