Healthy Exercise And Diet Guide To Improve Blood Circulation
How to live a healthy life with exercise and nutritional diet
Improving Blood Circulation with Easy Exercise and Diet Changes
Do you have cold hands or feet, or that weird "pins and needles" feeling when you have been sitting too long? Those are signs that your blood may not be circulating as well as it should. The blood flow is so important to your health, oxygenation, nourishment of your body, and all your needs. Poor circulation will make you tired, but the extreme even can create major problems, such as heart problems. The good news is that changes in circulation can be improved with just a few tweaks in your workout along with diet. With that now said, let me proceed with a short narrative.
Before that, a little story.
Sarah's Path to Circulation Improvement
My friend Sarah had poor circulation for quite some time. She would complain all the time of how cold her feet were, even when it would be the middle of summer. She also started feeling really, really tired, most noticeably after having sat at her desk all day. She went to her doctor and learned that, yes, indeed her circulation was sluggish. He mentioned some medications she could take, but Sarah wanted to try and naturally get the blood flowing once more.
That is when she decided to take matters into her own hands by implementing a few minor, easily sustainable life changes. She started incorporating a few easy exercises and foods into her daily routine. A couple of months later, Sarah is feeling like a new person: no cold feet, no fatigue, and more energy than ever. Here's exactly what she did, and how you can too.
Exercise Your Way to Better Circulation
One of the best ways to improve blood flow includes exercising. In this case, physical activity will help your heart cope with the process of blood pumping and it will prompt the blood vessels to be elastic. Below follow some of the work-outs that Sarah just can't do without:
1. Cardio is Your Best Friend
Sarah began with light cardio exercises such as walking and jogging. Little as 30 minutes every day, either morning or just dancing in the living room, made all the difference. Cardio gets your heart pumping and sends blood coursing through the veins. The bottom line is that even something fun and casual-a brisk walk or a ride-just works wonders.
2. Strength Training for Endurance
In addition to cardio, Sarah also started incorporating a little strength training. Light weightlifting or bodyweight squats and lunges will build up the muscles, which in turn will help the blood flow better. The more worked a muscle is, the more oxygen and nutrients it requires, and that ramped-up demand means your body has to boost circulation.
3. Stretch and Flow
She also turned to yoga and stretching, which was her favorite method of loosening up after a long day. Some postures, like the dog-down position or lying with the legs up on the wall, stimulate blood flow and relax the mind. What's more, yoga is great for reducing stress, an issue that constricts blood vessels and makes any circulatory problem worse.
4. High-Intensity Fun
As she started feeling a little better, Sarah added in some HIIT workouts. Short bursts of activity followed by very short bursts of rest not only were an excellent way to get the blood flowing but kept her workouts interesting too. If you're in a time pinch, then this is a great option for getting the blood flowing in less than 20 minutes!
Eat Your Way to Better Circulation
While great for one, what Sarah ate was an equal, if not major, counterpart with her success. What you eat could directly affect your circulation. Here's what she added to her meals to support her blood flow:
1. Healthy Fats for a Happy Heart
The staple in Sarah's diet became foods with omega-3: salmon, walnuts, and chia seeds. These healthy fats will also contribute to less inflammation and a decrease in fatty deposits in arteries that enable blood to flow smoothly. If not fond of fish, there is always flaxseed or supplements available.
Berries, dark chocolate-yes, really!-, and green leafy vegetables are packed full of antioxidants that help protect your blood vessels from getting damaged. For her, a sure way was having a handful of berries every morning and one square of dark chocolate in the afternoon, just so things didn't get too bland and tasteless.
3. Power Up with Nitrate-Rich Veggies
She also started incorporating beets and spinach into her diet for their natural nitrates that dilate your blood vessels and allow for better blood flow. You really don't need much-just adding some spinach to a smoothie or roasting beets for a salad can do the trick.
4. Spice Things Up
Sarah always kept ginger, turmeric, and cayenne pepper in her pantry. According to her, each one of these helps boost circulation naturally by getting rid of inflammation and further letting the blood flow in. Just a little of the tea made out of ginger or a pinch of cayenne in food, she could feel it.
5. Stay Hydrated
And drink enough water-which, of course, is important-she would always have to remind herself to drink more water. As weird as that sounds, dehydration makes your blood thicker and harder to pump, so drinking water on a regular basis was an essential thing to do. You also can drink herbal teas; Sarah loved ginger and hibiscus tea for its benefits with circulation.
More Ways to Improve Circulation
Other than exercise and diet, Sarah also picked up a few other habits that helped:
No more smoking: If you smoke, quitting is one of the best things you can do for circulation. Smoking damages blood vessels and reduces blood circulation.
Manage your stress: Chronic stress can seriously mess with your circulation, so Sarah began a practice of deep breathing and mindfulness in a way that kept her stress levels in check.
Wear compression socks: If you have to stand or sit all day, a pair of compression socks can help improve your blood flow and prevent swelling.
Conclusion: Small Changes-Big Differences
These small but regular changes made a big difference in Sarah's circulation and general health: no cold feet anymore, no fatigue, and even clarity of mind improved. What is more, these habits were not hard to keep-and they made her more energetic and alive.
Follow these easy tips to help you in improving your blood circulation. As it was with Sarah, you don't have to change your life all of a sudden overnight; just start off small, and in no time, you will be making giant improvements. Your body will thank you!
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