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The effect of physical activity on immunity

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The effect of physical activity on immunity

In the context of the health impact of physical activity, it is important to pay particular attention to the immune system. It is well known that physical activity has beneficial effects on human health. Does regular exercise have a significant effect on the functioning of our immune system? It is extremely important to raise public awareness about the positive effects of exercise on the body, especially now that we are spending more and more time sitting and not having time for activity, despite the fact that fitness clubs and recreation centers are trying to attract us with a wealth of offers.

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1. How physical activity affects immunity

As a result, the risk of infection decreases and the body can cope with the disease more quickly and effectively (R.J. Cortisol (called the stress hormone produced by the striated layer of the adrenal cortex) also plays an important role. Currently, due to sedentary lifestyles and high levels of stress associated with work and personal life, most people have high cortisone levels. It is important to regularly engage in various types of physical activity to boost the functioning of the immune system. In addition, they help lymphocytes in the fight against pathogenic infection indicate where the disease develops.

2. Ways to improve the functioning of the immune system

Taking care of adequate sleep, reducing stress, avoiding stressful situations, eating whole meals rich in macro- and micro-elements have a positive effect on immune system functioning (T.P. Marsland, N.D.J.

3. What kind of physical activity to choose

Woods, V.J. Keylock 2006). Strength training is also a good option because it has a positive effect on maintaining muscle mass, which is particularly important during periods of negative calorie balance (K. If it is also good practice to exercise at home, exercise with a person's own body weight or with an extra weight (e.g. active anti-aging gum or TRX strap) can have similar effects in the context of improving resistance, remember that regular exercise and adequately trained at an intensity of intensity should be the key to strengthening each exercise intensity.
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