Exercise and Relaxation

Exercise is the ideal way to get body system going and to increase the metabolic rate .Some exercise are better suited to the detox programme then others.

Walking
Gentle and easy ,walking stimulates the heart ,lungs ,muscles and mind .Begin with 10-15 minutes each day ,gradually building up to 30 minutes .Walk fast enough to work up slight sweat .

Swimming
Swimming works most of the major muscle groups and is an excellent aerobic exercise .Check if there are any classes at your local pool.

Cycling
This is one of the best types of exercise for building muscular endurance and toning up leg muscles .If you don't own a real bike ,the same benefits can be derived from an exercise bike - a good reason to join a local gym !

If you haven't exercised for a while :

• Don't exercise too strenuously to begin with - overtired muscles create waste products and put a strain on the lymphatic system .
• Whatever exercise you decide to do ,begin slowly and then build up gradually.
• Don't push yourself too hard.
• Try to find an exercise that frees the mind .
• Don't choose something you don't like - remember exercise should be enjoyable.

Bouncing

Bouncing on a'mini trampoline' for 5-15 minutes daily is perfect for helping to drain the lymphatic system.

Housework

It's official - a vigorous burst of housework can be as a trip to the gym ,and scrubbing the floor burns up 400 calories an hour ! So if you are concerned that your house is getting neglected while you are on the programme ,you could always integrate housework as one form of exercise .The secret is to do a job in half the time you would normally take ,putting maximum amount of effort in !

Exercise is good for you and it should also be fun .Set some time aside to enjoy an invigorating bike ride or play some favourite music and bounce on a mini trampoline in time with the rhythm.