Exercising in the afternoon or evening reduces the risk of heart rhythm disorders by 14 percent. Experts said, “The nerves that respond to stress by increasing blood pressure and heart rate are less active at night, so blood pressure drops by 10 to 20 percent. When you exercise early in the morning, this period is extended. Thus, it provides longer protection against high blood pressure, which is a risk for heart rhythm disturbance.”
Don’t forget to exercise in winter! The body burns more calories in the cold
Cardiology and Internal Medicine Specialist Prof. said that it is necessary to pay attention to some points when exercising outdoors in winter months. Dr. Nevrez Koylan points out that correct planning of physical activities during this period is of great importance in terms of protecting health.
Significantly increases fat burning
The ideal temperature in the human body is considered to be 37°C. This degree is very important for the balanced functioning of cells and vital systems. Cardiology and Internal Medicine Specialist Prof. stated that thermoregulation is the natural temperature adjustment system that keeps the body’s internal temperature in balance. Dr. Nevrez Koylan said, “In cold weather, this system works harder and the body spends extra energy to keep its temperature constant at 37 ° C. At this point, the mechanism called ‘shivering thermogenesis’, which enables the body to burn calories to produce heat without feeling cold, comes into play. Brown adipose tissue plays an active role in this process, and the increased energy need accelerates the metabolism, significantly increasing fat burning, especially during exercise.”
Increases resistance against infections
Cardiology and Internal Medicine Specialist Prof. stated that regular exercise at the right intensity can support the body’s defense mechanism during the winter months. Dr. Nevrez Koylan said, “Regular moderate-intensity exercises in cold weather strengthen the body’s natural defenses by stimulating the immune system, increase the capacity to cope with cold and contribute to increasing resistance against infections.”
Warming up before exercise should not be neglected in cold weather.
Prof. stated that in cold weather the body constricts blood vessels to preserve heat. Dr. Koylan shared the information, “This situation reduces the blood flow to the muscles and joints. Decreased blood circulation causes the muscles and tendons to lose their flexibility, and the joint fluid becomes more dense and hardens. Since these physiological changes cause the muscles to contract and harden more than normal, the risk of strain, muscle spasms and injury increases significantly, especially when adequate warm-up is not done before exercise.”
