5 Exercises for a Healthy Life Recommended by Harvard Medical School

Exercise is an essential element of keeping our bodies and minds in peak health—and it doesn’t have to be vigorous—regular, moderate movement is enough.
5 Exercises for a Healthy Life Recommended by Harvard Medical School
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Engaging in moderate exercise can help prevent diseases and enhance cognitive abilities. In February, Harvard Medical School published an article recommending five of the best exercises for a healthy life: swimming, tai chi, walking, strength training, and Kegel exercises.
Dr. Zheng Yuanyu, former attending physician of the Infectious Disease Department at Taipei Veterans General Hospital in Taiwan, stated in an interview with The Epoch Times that essentially all aerobic exercises are beneficial for improving physical fitness and cognitive function. However, it is important to regulate the intensity of these exercises, as overdoing certain activities can be detrimental to health.

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Dr. Zheng said that swimming is an excellent aerobic exercise with evident benefits for cognitive function. He explained that essentially all aerobic exercises increase the production of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a protein that enhances cognitive abilities, learning, and memory. Additionally, these exercises reduce feelings of anxiety and depression, thereby improving mood.
Amber Yang is a certified personal trainer. She met all the requirements of the American Council on Exercise to develop and implement personalized exercise programs. She worked as a marketing manager for natural skin care products for years and as a health and beauty reporter and editor for ten years. She is also the host and producer of the YouTube programs "Amber Running Green" and "Amber Health Interview."
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