First sign of ageing

We all dream of eternal youth and are very afraid of getting old. This is a natural process, and our body, as a sensitive and obedient tool, signals us the beginning of aging. There are different ageingBut the main indicator is the loss of mobility. Ability to move freely and developed flexibility are the main indicators of youth.




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In today’s world, it’s normal for physical activity and flexibility to decline after 30. But what do we do about it? Can't that be prevented? Today's edition. "Site" He will try to answer these questions so that you can stay young for as long as possible.

Global computerization has led to the fact that more people work in offices, and physical activity is much lower than in previous generations. Millions of people spend 8-10 hours at the computer every day in one position. And after work, they are so tired that they do not even think that it is better to walk an extra block or climb the stairs to the apartment.

This lifestyle immediately leads to early loss of mobility and the development of various diseases.





In the last century, another hypothesis was put forward about why a person loses flexibility. According to the somatic theory, everything that we experience (stress, trouble and anxiety) affects the state of our body. As it turned out, this affects not only the psyche, but also the condition of the muscles, which involuntarily contract. Fatigue and negativity accumulate, and over time a person simply cannot move freely.





DepositPhotos Such changes in the human body are calledsensory-motor amnesia? It creates a false sense of ageing. Decreased flexibility leads to more serious disorders in the body, for example, curvature of the spine, chronic joint pain and even lameness. Just rest and relax here will not help, only daily warm-up can defeat early aging.





There are no real reasons why you should feel constrained and experience physical suffering in old age. Therefore, this must be prevented in advance. Let's test your flexibility with a simple test.

After a good warm-up, try to reach the floor with your fingers without bending your knees. Did it work? If you are over 50 is a good result, but if you are younger, a good result can only be called if you touch the floor with your hands.



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However, this is not a sentence, because you can develop flexibility at any age. You can and should, because it improves health, strengthens posture and joints, and also contributes to a good mood and calm.

Ask, How to develop flexibility? With simple but very effective stretching exercises. It is important to understand one thing: to achieve results, you need to work regularly and constantly on yourself.



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Let's go straight. If you are new to this, it is best to sign up for the nearest fitness club and practice there with a professional coach, but if this is not possible, this is not a reason to abandon the idea. You can find many video lessons and do exercises at home. Some of them are not designed for beginners.



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You do not need to immediately grasp the exercises that require high skill, because this way you can harm yourself. We need to do everything gradually. We offer you some tips to practice at home without harming yourself.

  1. Before starting training, it is necessary to warm up the muscles. Do not start stretching without preparation, even professionals do not allow themselves to do this. A light warm-up for 10-15 minutes is simply necessary, but do not overdo it so as not to tire the muscles.
  2. Exercises should be varied – both dynamic and static. But only no sudden movements and jerks.
  3. The back should always be straight, do not slouch, so the exercises lose their effectiveness.

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  4. Straighten the torso from an inclination forward with straight legs - this is what you should not do. Before you straighten, bend your knees so you won't hurt your lower back.
  5. Everything should be comfortable and without pain. Start small and gradually increase your pace.
  6. Try to relax the muscle you are stretching.



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  7. Watch your breath. Inhale in the starting position, exhale during stretching.
  8. Come out of the stretch marks slowly, remember: no jerks.
  9. Do not rush, the result will come, the main thing is patience and diligence.
  10. Exercise every day, just don't treat it like torture, have fun.

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And here's a useful video that has even more information on how to develop flexibility.

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Your body is with you forever and you should be comfortable in it. Proper stretching is the key to health and longevity. Exercise regularly, develop flexibility, and you will see how your body and your life will change.

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