As years add up to our life, our physical body also ages, including our internal organs such as our brain, lungs and heart. The physical state of our internal organs deteriorates over time because of the toxins, foods and drinks that we consume.
A recent study at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, endurance exercise training can make the heart younger. Researchers also found out that women benefited more than men.
Researchers found out that after endurance training in older people, the participants heart doubled glucose update during high-energy demand, just as younger hearts do.
Endurance exercise includes walking, running, and cycling exercises for about one hour session. Physical activity and excercises should now be limited to younger generation. Older people, even ages 60 and above should still engage themselves in exercises, not only can it help you gain more strength but exercise can also reverse the effects of aging, especially in our hearts.
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