The summer is upon us and it is typically the time when we are
most active with outdoor activities. But studies still show that
less than 25% of the population exercise on a regular basis.
According to the U.S. Public Health Service, many of us still
have misconceptions about exercising. Here are some of the most
common myths followed by the real facts: Myth 1- “Exercising
will tire me out.” The FACT is that regular exercise will give
you more energy. Myth 2- “Exercising will cause me to have a
heart attack.” The FACT is that regular exercising will
strengthen your heart muscle. Myth 3- “Exercising will raise my
blood pressure and make me lose my breath.” The FACT is that
exercise has been shown time and again to lower blood pressure
and actually strengthen your lungs so that they operate more
efficiently. Myth 4- “Exercise will make my back pain worse and
aggravate my arthritis.” The FACT is that exercise will improve
your strength, posture, and range of motion in joints. It will
also help to relieve stress