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Now, on to our usual "O" Zone article:
I just got back from Orlando. I promised my wife a surprise trip for her last birthday (her 29th for those of you keeping track). As we walked around Universal Studios, Aquatica, Discovery Cove and Sea World, I couldn’t help but people watch. I asked my wife to estimate the number of people that walked by who looked like they were “good walkers,” meaning they could go out and do 10 miles and not by undone by it. We decided it was probably about 1 in 20 of the people who passed by us.
A recent study demonstrated that just twelve minutes a week of intensive exercise is enough to improve fitness and encourage weight loss. While there may be some debate about the idea, the reality is that some exercise is better than none, and even a little exercise is beneficial. Another recent article claimed that “sitting” is the new smoking. That medical doctor felt that sitting is as damaging to our well being as smoking has been and is for the diminishing number of smokers.
Exercise is vital. But, if we are to get the value from our exercise that we should, we must take care of the other aspects of our health as well. From nutrition, a good healthy nerve system that stems from a well-adjusted spine, good energy movement and flow that comes from a balance life as well as seasonal acupuncture to preserve that balance, and an active spiritual life, we will get the full advantage from our activities and exercise. If we exercise but don’t allow a good foundation to build upon (acquired by doing the things mentioned above), we won’t enjoy life to the full measure.
Stay on top of your health plan. Get adjusted, get acupuncture, eat well and stay active in life and in your spiritual journey, and life will give back in rich abundance.
Have a blessed month,
Dr. Olson
