#2 Exercise Preventing Cardiac Disease

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In the article "Exercise is Still the Best Medicine" the author points out that exercise could be the key why people not only live longer but their well being later in life will improve. Once people hit their 70's and above they are more likely to have a disease. Getting old is the part of everyone's life but our risks for diseases increase because we are not only storing more fat but are becoming weaker. The author included an example on a study where in the long term researchers looked closely at data that they collected on cardiovascular health which included studies on body mass index, blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels, and a treadmill test results where the people with the best treadmill scores were 18 percent less likely to die within 30 years. The more exercise that one can get the better it will have effects on you in the long run. In as little as 15 minutes of exercise most days can help reduce cardiovascular risk and also slow down the aging process toward disease and be able to function properly.

Another chosen article was "Walking for Survival" by Robert Wilbur where he states that since the 1950's cardiologists and fitness experts have linked physical activity to prevention and recovery to heart attacks. "The American Heart Association added inactivity to the list of risk factors for heart disease." Wilbur points out that there is not much data to prove that physical activity could be linked to heart attacks. He also noted that in other articles mentioned strenuous activities such as weightlifting can trigger a heart attack. He mentions Victor Froelicher, M.D, a founder of the American Association of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation formed a theory that aerobic exercises make the body more relaxed and decrease the work of the heart, preventing a heart attack. Wilbur mentions more studies need to be done.
 After reviewing both articles I find that there are many differences when the authors are writing about exercise. I see two different point of views; in the first article the author based his views on a study and quotes from doctors. He stated that exercise has a lot to do with our health later in life, as well as preventing disease and how it can be very beneficial for us. In the second article the author is trying to prove that there is not much evidence out there that proves inactivity is leading to heart disease. He stated that more studies and research need to be done. After reading the articles I want to try to find other articles with proven studies and research on how exercise can be beneficial on ones body. Everybody has there own point of views on the kind of activity they do or not do at all.

Works Cited

American Heart Association. “Health Tips to Get Active, Exercise.” Online Video Clip. YouTube. YouTube, 27 Mar. 2013. Web. 30 June 2016.

"Exercise Is Still The Best Medicine." Harvard Heart Letter 25.3 (2014): 1-7. Academic Search Premier. Web. 1 July 2016.

Wilbur, Robert. "Walking For SURVIVAL." American Fitness 19.5 (2001): 53. Academic Search Premier. Web. 30 June 2016.

#1 The Importance of Exercise

Have you ever wondered if exercise could be the cure to many health problems? I have heard that it can help prevent many diseases later in life. Could it be the answer we’re all hoping to hear or is it relevant to think of looking at exercise in a way that it could be a cure for many common health problems?

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Sometimes I think to myself that I want to start exercising more but I feel like there’s not enough time and I could do something more important, but then I feel like exercising should be put in my schedule as a first priority. Are people cutting it off because they have more important stuff to do? I understand how busy one’s life is because I have 4 kids myself and I struggle to find the time; I can only imagine someone trying to find the time having a job, kids, housework, school, etc. How much time does one need to exercise in order to get the benefits? I always feel like if I’m only going to work out for ten minutes, why even bother? Will taking the time of day to exercise really help against diseases and complications? I feel like if this is true why are people not taking action? If work is a few blocks away, go walking or if it is a mile or two away, ride a bicycle; small things like this will benefit you in many ways.

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In order to find the answers, I will find articles related to exercise and health and the effects on our body if we do not exercise. I will also want to look into articles on how and why people get diseases and weigh it all down. Moreover, I think the articles that are written from specialists and doctors will have much useful information.

My Inquiry

My Inquiry: Is exercise the cure to heart disease? I chose this inquiry because many people do not see the importance of exercising or overall wellness. I want to learn more about living an active life and if being active is the cure to health problems later in life.