Many people have the habit of morning exercises, which not only helps muscles develop, but also improves bone flexibility and accelerates the body's metabolism. Although morning exercises have many benefits for our bodies, there are also many things we need to pay attention to. Let's take a look at some misconceptions about morning exercises.
【Benefits of Regular Morning Exercises】
1. Increased muscle elasticity
Morning exercises help muscles develop, improve the oxygen storage capacity of muscle tissue, enhance the energy supply to muscle tissue, and increase the endurance of muscle tissue. This can thicken muscle fibers and improve muscle elasticity, resulting in more developed muscles.
2. Improved bone flexibility
Morning exercises can improve the nutritional status of bones, enhance material metabolism, increase organic components in bones, and improve the flexibility of bone muscles and ligaments. This improves the resistance of bones to pressure and bending.
3. Enhanced oxygen supply capacity
Morning exercises can enhance the respiratory system's capacity. Scientific morning exercises increase the frequency and depth of breathing, increasing the intake of oxygen and improving the body's oxygen supply capacity.
4. Accelerated metabolism
Morning exercises can strengthen metabolism, improve vascular elasticity, increase blood volume, promote blood circulation, and develop the heart muscle.
【Misconceptions about Morning Exercises】
Misconception 1: Taking a cold shower after morning exercises
After exercise, the skin pores expand. However, if you take a cold shower at this time, the sudden contraction of blood vessels can weaken the body's resistance, making you more susceptible to colds, bronchitis, pneumonia, and even causing ischemia in important organs like the heart, brain, and kidneys, leading to unexpected dangers.
Misconception 2: Exercising too vigorously in the morning
Some people exercise in the morning as soon as they wake up, and the intensity of the exercise is quite high. This is very harmful to the body and can lead to dizziness and vertigo.
Misconception 3: Exercising on an empty stomach
Although it is not advisable to eat before exercising, exercising on an empty stomach is harmful to the body. Exercising on an empty stomach for a long time can lead to hypoglycemia and fainting. To reduce this risk, it is recommended to drink a glass of water before morning exercises.
Misconception 4: Eating immediately after morning exercises
Some people like to eat immediately after morning exercises, which can lead to gastrointestinal diseases and weight gain. It is recommended to rest for half an hour before eating, which is easier for the stomach to accept.
【Simple Morning Exercise Methods】
1. Patting the upper body
Lung meridian: Pat evenly from the shoulder to the thumb, in a rhythmic pattern for four sets. Similarly, pat from the thumb to the shoulder on the opposite arm, also in four sets.
Heart meridian: Pat from the armpit to the little finger, in four sets; similarly, pat from the little finger to the armpit on the opposite arm, also in four sets.
Pericardium meridian: Pat from the middle of the arm to the palm, in four sets; similarly, pat from the palm to the shoulder on the opposite arm, also in four sets.
2. Patting the lower body
Stomach meridian: Pat from the front to the outer ankle bone, in four sets; similarly, pat from the outer ankle bone to the groin, also in four sets.
Bladder meridian: Pat from the middle of the back of the thigh to the inner side of the Achilles tendon, in four sets; similarly, pat from the inner side of the Achilles tendon to the middle of the back of the thigh, also in four sets.
Gallbladder meridian: Pat from the middle of the outer side of the thigh to the outer ankle, in four sets; similarly, pat from the outer ankle to the middle of the inner side of the thigh, also in four sets.
3. Patting the shoulders
Pat the shoulder area: For healthy individuals, focus on patting the area around the shoulders; for patients with shoulder periarthritis, pat the painful areas.
Pat the middle of the shoulder: Patting the shoulder well can enhance the respiratory system's resistance.
