Exercise to Lower Cholesterol

Various effects on the body because of high cholesterol, fatigue is one of them. When plaque forms on artery walls, can lead to conditions such as atherosclerosis, coronary heart disease (CHD) and coronary microvascular disease or coronary microvascular disease (CMD) which makes the body feel tired.

Exercise has many benefits for cardiovascular directly as lowering blood pressure, improve diabetic conditions, reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke.

High cholesterol levels can increase the risk of various diseases. So the doctor will suggest a modification in lifestyle such as sports. Here's how exercise can help lower cholesterol, Lifemojo, Wednesday (09/28/2011), namely:

1. Lowering triglycerides, exercise in the morning can increase levels of postprandial plasma triglycerides throughout the day. Recent studies from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in Denver said exercise helps weight loss and lowering triglyceride levels in excess.

2. Increase levels of good cholesterol (HDL), regular aerobic exercise (like walking, jogging or bike) for 20-30 minutes can be the most effective way to increase levels of HDL.

Here are some exercises you can do to help lower cholesterol, namely:
1. Stretching (stretching), stretching is a very important part of any exercise program. Stretching the arms and legs can help prepare your muscles, prevent injury and tension and increase flexibility.

2.  Cardio or aerobic exercise, this type of exercise can strengthen the heart, lungs and the body's capacity to use oxygen. Regular cardio exercise can help reduce heart rate, and blood pressure has an impact on cholesterol reduction.

3. Strength training (strength training), this sport involves repetitive muscle contractions with the aid of the load.

4. Yoga and tai chi, in this sport are trained in breathing and stretching techniques that help improve blood flow throughout the body and reduce and prevent narrowing of the arteries.