According to the Centers for Disease Control, the flu and colds continue to make people miserable all across the United States. Apparently, the flu bug does not know it is supposed to go away when the weather gets warmer. And in light of recent worldwide events, there are more reasons than ever to maintain a healthy immune system.
You might do a fine job avoiding people who are coughing or sneezing and you may do a good job washing your hands often. However, to stay as healthy as possible, you want a strong immune system.
In a world full of infectious microorganisms, a weakened immune system is something you want to avoid. You might feel great right now, but if you aren’t careful, you could wake up tomorrow with a fever and upset stomach.
Evolution Muay Thai, your MMA training gym in New York, offers ways you can boost your immune system.
Minimize Stress
Emotional stress can cause a lot of problems for your body. Think about how lousy your body felt after a breakup or financial problem. There are all sorts of stressful situations in your life that are impossible to avoid, but you can minimize their effects.
Meditation is one way in which you can reduce stress. One of the best ways to reduce stress is by indulging in physical activities. When you are feeling stressed out, hit the gym.
Healthy Weight
Many of you might have a tendency to put on a few extra pounds over the winter. We get it, the holiday season is filled with all sorts of great food and when the temperatures outside are freezing cold, it is far better to snuggle up on the couch under a blanket than go to the gym.
However, maintaining a healthy weight is key to a strong immune system. So perhaps skip Netflix tonight and hit the gym instead.
Drink in Moderation
The occasional beer or glass of wine is fine, but you might run into some issues when you drink to excess. Hangovers are an indication that you are working your liver too hard. Alcohol also diminishes your body’s T-cell count.
Plenty of Exercise
The benefits of exercise are numerous and we could write about them all day long. But in this case, exercise keeps your immune system healthy and properly functioning. Yet another reason to hit the gym.
Eat Right
The nutrients in fruits and vegetables do wonders for your mind and body, not to mention your immune system. To boost your immune system, trade in the burgers and pizza for oranges and broccoli.
Get More Sleep
When it comes to a healthy immune system, the first line of defense is to live a healthy lifestyle. And as important as it is to eat right and exercise, it is just as important to get plenty of sleep. When you fail to get enough sleep, you feel run down and become more susceptible to catching a cold or the flu.
Your journey to a healthy immune system starts at Evolution Muay Thai. Stop in and pay us a visit today.
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Thanks for putting up an insightful read. People don’t generally associate hitting the gym with the immune system, mostly it’s either about weight loss or muscle building.
With ever-increasing screen time as people are glued to screens even in their beds, the importance of getting enough sleep is paramount in today’s age. This article rightly highlights this fact which is often overlooked by the majority of gym-goers.
Everyday stress is part of everyone’s life and I completely second the idea of venting out the frustration in the gym. This way, you are channeling your anger in a positive constructive activity.
Sharing it for sure.
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