Warm up, cool down and stretch top Experient Health’s list of guidance.
Richmond, VA (PRWEB) September 03, 2013
Combat stress, lose weight and boost energy by exercising.
But to get the most out of your workouts, and ensure you remain injury free so you can keep working out, Experient Health recommends adding warm ups, cool downs and stretches to your routine, according to the latest post in the Living Well Blog series it launched this month on its web site.
“Warming up allows your body time to adjust from rest to activity,” Experient Health reported. “It increases blood flow to the muscles so they stretch easily, reducing the risk of torn muscles. It also lubricates joints, which reduces friction and wear, and carries oxygen to the heart.”
Experient Health recommends warming up with movements that are similar to the ones you will perform in your workout. Heading out for a run? Start with a brisk walk.
Then, cool down after the work out.
“Do not skip this step,” Experient Health said. “Without a cool-down period of at least 10 minutes, blood stays in the worked muscles without returning to the heart, which may cause you to become dizzy, nauseated or even to pass out.”
After cooling down, stretching helps to build flexibility and range of motion.
“Work specific parts of your body, maintaining each stretch for 20 to 60 seconds,” according to Experient Health. “Never force a joint beyond its normal range of motion.”
Experient Health’s Living Well Blog series covers topics ranging from healthy recipes, conservation, vaccination seasons, exercise tips, healthcare news and more.
ABOUT EXPERIENT HEALTH:
For years, Experient Health, a Virginia Farm Bureau company, has helped people find the right insurance coverage and get the most for their health care dollars. The Richmond, Va.-based group is dedicated to providing high quality health insurance options to customers in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC. As a result, its consultants, with an average of more than 20 years experience, are intimately familiar with the states’ provider networks, products and regulations.
Representing the top national insurance carriers, Experient Health provides customers with multiple policy options designed to meet wellness needs and financial requirements.
Experient Health grew out of Virginia Farm Bureau and is a “hometown agency” in that it operates a network of more than 100 offices. However, it boasts the resources and technology of larger firms.
Consultants are available online, via phone and through their offices.
Learn more at http://www.experienthealth.com, utilize the online health insurance quote calculator or contact a consultant directly at 855.677.6580. Reported by PRWeb 20 hours ago.
Richmond, VA (PRWEB) September 03, 2013
Combat stress, lose weight and boost energy by exercising.
But to get the most out of your workouts, and ensure you remain injury free so you can keep working out, Experient Health recommends adding warm ups, cool downs and stretches to your routine, according to the latest post in the Living Well Blog series it launched this month on its web site.
“Warming up allows your body time to adjust from rest to activity,” Experient Health reported. “It increases blood flow to the muscles so they stretch easily, reducing the risk of torn muscles. It also lubricates joints, which reduces friction and wear, and carries oxygen to the heart.”
Experient Health recommends warming up with movements that are similar to the ones you will perform in your workout. Heading out for a run? Start with a brisk walk.
Then, cool down after the work out.
“Do not skip this step,” Experient Health said. “Without a cool-down period of at least 10 minutes, blood stays in the worked muscles without returning to the heart, which may cause you to become dizzy, nauseated or even to pass out.”
After cooling down, stretching helps to build flexibility and range of motion.
“Work specific parts of your body, maintaining each stretch for 20 to 60 seconds,” according to Experient Health. “Never force a joint beyond its normal range of motion.”
Experient Health’s Living Well Blog series covers topics ranging from healthy recipes, conservation, vaccination seasons, exercise tips, healthcare news and more.
ABOUT EXPERIENT HEALTH:
For years, Experient Health, a Virginia Farm Bureau company, has helped people find the right insurance coverage and get the most for their health care dollars. The Richmond, Va.-based group is dedicated to providing high quality health insurance options to customers in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC. As a result, its consultants, with an average of more than 20 years experience, are intimately familiar with the states’ provider networks, products and regulations.
Representing the top national insurance carriers, Experient Health provides customers with multiple policy options designed to meet wellness needs and financial requirements.
Experient Health grew out of Virginia Farm Bureau and is a “hometown agency” in that it operates a network of more than 100 offices. However, it boasts the resources and technology of larger firms.
Consultants are available online, via phone and through their offices.
Learn more at http://www.experienthealth.com, utilize the online health insurance quote calculator or contact a consultant directly at 855.677.6580. Reported by PRWeb 20 hours ago.