Health & Fitness For Busy People

A sound mind exists in a sound body.

The proverb which is of Greek origin insists that the mind and body should be both healthy and sound. A healthy person can think normally and act instantly in any given situation. A sound body means a healthy body, free from diseases and it does not bulky body. A sound mind means a mind capable of a good, positive and free thinking mind.

It is important for every individual to burn body fats and make a healthy body to stay fit. A recent health report stated that six out of ten working Americans cannot manage their time to do regular exercise. In today’s fast-paced life, we are busy on a tight schedule to fulfill our target. A busy life is important to get success in life; however, it is also necessary to maintain health and fitness properly.

There is a chance of massive health disorder in case of busy people who work at least 10–12 hours to meet their requirements. Therefore, health and fitness are important to enhance their metabolic activities. Busy people need extra calories and more food to meet their metabolic requirements. Nutritious food is important to meet the protein needs.

                                      

Physical Fitness In Adults

• Increase amount and intensity activity

• Get at least 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes per week of vigorous aerobic activity, or a combination of both, preferably spread throughout the week.

• Add moderate- to high-intensity muscle-strengthening activity (such as resistance or weights) on at least 2 days per week.

• Spend less time sitting. Even light-intensity activity can offset some of the risks of being sedentary.

• Gain even more benefits by being active at least 300 minutes (5 hours) per week.

• Increase amount and intensity gradually over years

Steps Of Mental Well Being

Evidence suggests there are 5 steps you can take to improve your mental health and wellbeing. Trying these things could help you feel more positive and able to get the most out of life.

1. Connect with other people

Good relationships are important for your mental wellbeing. They can:

• Help you to build a sense of belonging and self-worth

• Give you an opportunity to share positive experiences

• Provide emotional support and allow you to support others

There are lots of things you could try to help build stronger and closer relationships:

Evidence suggests there are 5 steps you can take to improve your mental health and wellbeing. Trying these things could help you feel more positive and able to get the most out of limits

2. Be physically actIve

Being active is not only great for your physical health and fitness. Evidence also shows it can also improve your mental wellbeing by:

• Helping you to set goals or challenges and achieve them

• Causing chemical changes in your brain which can help to positively change your mood

• Raising ones self esteem

3. Learn new skills

Research shows that learning new skills can also improve your mental wellbeing by:

• Boosting self-confidence and raising self esteem

• Helping you to build a sense of purpose

• Helping you to connect with others

Even if you feel like you do not have enough time, or you may not need to learn new things, there are lots of different ways to bring learning into your life.

4. Give to others

Research suggests that acts of giving and kindness can help improve your mental wellbeing by:

• Creating positive feelings and a sense of reward

• Giving you a feeling of purpose and self-worth

• Helping you connect with other people

It could be small acts of kindness towards other people, or larger ones like volunteering in your local community.

Some examples of the things you could try include:

• Saying thank you to someone for something they have done for you

• Asking friends, family or colleagues how they are and really listening to their answer

• Spending time with friends or relatives who need support or company

• Offering to help someone you know with DIY or a work project

• Volunteering in your community, such as helping at a school, hospital or care home

5. Pay attention to the present moment (mindfulness)

Paying more attention to the present moment can improve your mental wellbeing. This includes your thoughts and feelings, your body and the world around you.

Some people call this awareness "mindfulness". Mindfulness can help you enjoy life more and understand yourself better. It can positively change the way you feel about life and how you approach challenges.

Read more about mindfulness including steps you can take to be more mindful in your everyday life.

Hence, all these steps will lead to a healthy life in busy schedule for adults.