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- by Susan Smith Jones, M.S., Ph.D. - |
Patterns of modern living have channeled the average American into increasingly sedentary existence. We human beings, however, were designed and built for movement, and our bodies have not adapted well to this reduced level of activity.
For many adults with sedentary occupations, physical activity provides an outlet for job-related tensions or mental fatigue. In addition to reducing tension in the body, studies disclose that exercise can boost spirits and help us feel good about ourselves. When we stick with our exercise program, we have a more positive attitude about ourselves and life. Exercise aids in weight control, and, increases energy. Proper exercise can often prevent or correct lower back pain and improve posture. Research also indicates that much of the degeneration of bodily function and structure associated with premature aging seems to be reduced by a program of vigorous, regular exercise.
Regular exercise is necessary then to develop and maintain not only an optimal level of health, but also a youthful appearance, mental clarity and high energy. Regular exercise increases muscle strength and endurance. It enhances the function of the lungs, heart and blood vessels; increases the flexibility of the joints; and improves coordination and efficiency of movement.
But before you can experience any of the benefits of vigorous exercise, you must take responsibility for your own fitness program. Keep in mind the following points:
- Exercise must be consistent, at least 3 times a week.
- Select exercises and activities you find enjoyable and cross-train (include 3 or 4 activities during the week)
- Train, don't strain when working out
- Reward yourself when you achieve your fitness goals
- Don't give up
Practice self discipline - the ability to carry our your fitness resolution
long after the mood has left you.
When you stay disciplined, you will see the salutary benefits sooner.
For a disciplined healthy body creates a healthy positive mind and spirit.Choose to exercise, be healthy, and celebrate life! Susan Smith Jones, Ph.D. (Health Sciences) has taught fitness at UCLA for 20 years and travels internationally as a much sought after motivational speaker and wellness consultant. She's written more than 500 magazine articles (many award-winning), with her pictures on several covers, and 4 books. Her latest two best sellers are Choose To Be Healthy and Pulitzer-nominated Choose To Live Peacefully.
Patterns of modern living have channeled the average American into increasingly sedentary existence. We human beings, however, were designed and built for movement, and our bodies have not adapted well to this reduced level of activity.
For many adults with sedentary occupations, physical activity provides an outlet for job-related tensions or mental fatigue. In addition to reducing tension in the body, studies disclose that exercise can boost spirits and help us feel good about ourselves. When we stick with our exercise program, we have a more positive attitude about ourselves and life. Exercise aids in weight control, and, increases energy. Proper exercise can often prevent or correct lower back pain and improve posture. Research also indicates that much of the degeneration of bodily function and structure associated with premature aging seems to be reduced by a program of vigorous, regular exercise.
Regular exercise is necessary then to develop and maintain not only an optimal level of health, but also a youthful appearance, mental clarity and high energy. Regular exercise increases muscle strength and endurance. It enhances the function of the lungs, heart and blood vessels; increases the flexibility of the joints; and improves coordination and efficiency of movement.
But before you can experience any of the benefits of vigorous exercise, you must take responsibility for your own fitness program. Keep in mind the following points:
- Exercise must be consistent, at least 3 times a week.
- Select exercises and activities you find enjoyable and cross-train (include 3 or 4 activities during the week)
- Train, don't strain when working out
- Reward yourself when you achieve your fitness goals
- Don't give up
Practice self discipline - the ability to carry our your fitness resolution
long after the mood has left you.
When you stay disciplined, you will see the salutary benefits sooner.
For a disciplined healthy body creates a healthy positive mind and spirit.Choose to exercise, be healthy, and celebrate life! Biography
Susan Smith Jones, M.S., Ph.D.For a woman with three of America's most ordinary names, Dr. Susan Smith Jones has certainly made extraordinary contributions in the fields of optimum health, fitness, and human potential. She not only teaches how to live a healthy, balanced life, she lives it! Selected as one of ten "Healthy American Fitness Leaders" by the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, Susan is the author of 10 books, including Choose to Live Peacefully, Wired to Meditate, and A Fresh Start: Accelerate Fat Loss & Restore Youthful Vitality. She holds a B.A. in Psychology, an M.S. in Kinesiology (Health & Exercise Physiology) and a Ph.D. in Health Sciences and she's been a Fitness Instructor to students, staff, and faculty at UCLA for the past 30 years.
Susan certainly walks her talk. She has written more than 500 magazine articles, with her picture on several magazine covers. She also appears regularly on radio and television talk shows around the country. Her inspiring message and innovative techniques for achieving total health in body, mind, and spirit have won her a grateful and enthusiastic following and have put her in constant demand internationally as a health and fitness consultant and motivational speaker (lectures, workshops, and keynote presentations) for community, corporate, and church groups. She is also founder and president of Health Unlimited, a Los Angeles-based consulting firm dedicated to the advancement of peaceful, balanced living and health education.
As a holistic lifestyle coach, Susan creates individualized health programs and retreats for her clients. And, as a spiritual psychologist and wellness therapist, she uses her warm blend of wisdom, vision, and humor to help clients create an empowered presence, so they can live their highest vision and achieve their goals.
Many years ago, when a devastating car accident fractured Susan's back so badly that doctors told her she would never again be physically active and would live a life of chronic pain, she proved her doctors wrong. Her miraculous recovery proved to her that we all have within ourselves everything we need to live our lives to the fullest. She now regularly participates in a variety of fitness activities including hiking, weight training, in-line skating, biking, horseback riding, and yoga.
A gifted teacher, Susan brings together modern research and ageless wisdom in all her work. Owing to her optimistic, joyful approach to life and living, she has acquired the nickname of "Sunny" and lives in Brentwood, Los Angeles. To order Susan's books, audiobooks, and tape albums (including three of her popular seminars recorded "live"), please log on to: www.susansmithjones.com