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There are numerous scientific studies showing the benefits of regular physical activity on both physical and mental health.
Physical activity can be defined as activities that involve energy consumption through the use of muscles and joints in daily life, increasing heart and breathing rates and resulting in varying degrees of fatigue. Various sports, dance, exercise, games, and daily activities that involve all or some of the basic body movements, such as walking, running, swimming, squatting, and various arm, leg, head, and trunk movements, can be considered physical activity.
These positive effects can be listed as follows:
- There is an increase in muscle strength and physical activity tolerance (condition and endurance),
- By increasing muscle-joint control, stability and balance are ensured, and falls are prevented, especially in elderly individuals.
- Decrease in cardiovascular disease rates,
- Decrease in chronic fatigue,
- Helps control diabetes and blood sugar by controlling insulin activity
- It normalizes blood pressure and blood lipid (fat) levels,
- Increases bone density, reduces the risk of osteoporosis
- Improves sleep duration and quality,
- It calms down anxiety and depression,
- Intestinal activity is regulated, constipation is reduced,
- It accelerates metabolism and prevents weight gain,
- In the long term, cognitive functions and motor control, and consequently self-confidence, increase, and dementia (forgetfulness) decreases.
- It delays the onset of menopause in women and helps alleviate the negative effects of menopause.
- It has positive effects on healthy sexual activity in adults,
- It creates a sense of well-being and happiness, increases the ability to cope with depression and anxiety,
- Body resistance increases and protection against infections improves,
- It reduces the risk of cancer development and provides protection against cancer,
- Quality of life improves and participation in social and cultural activities increases.
Additionally, individuals who engage in regular physical activity are more successful in breaking free from smoking addiction than inactive individuals.
Physical activity needs to be done regularly to achieve its desired effects. Even 30-60 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity three or four times a week is generally sufficient to produce positive health effects.
A personalized physical activity program is an essential component of holistic medical practices due to the benefits listed above, all of which are supported by scientific studies. In this program, the duration, intensity, and type of exercise are determined and monitored by the physician based on the individual’s medical history and any associated musculoskeletal and other systemic problems. Exercise programs can be implemented in the hospital under the supervision of a physical therapist or as a home program outside the hospital.
A program is designed to meet the patient’s needs, including posture, stretching, muscle strengthening, balance and coordination exercises, and aerobic exercises such as bicycle ergometer, swimming, and walking. Suitable patients can participate in group or individual Pilates or yoga classes. Regardless of the type of physical activity program, patient education and safety must be strictly adhered to.
Physical activity programs are extremely effective in treating many diseases and their symptoms, preventing disease-related complications, and preventing the disease process from causing permanent damage to the body.
