Dr. MANOJ KUMAR KHEMANI
(Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon)

Say Goodbye To Sedentary Lifestyle (For Better Orthopedic Health)

34 percent of Indians are insufficiently active.

Worse, a whopping 74 percent of Indian teenagers are physically inactive.

(Source, source)

So, it wouldn’t be a surprise if you’re one of them.

A Big Health Problem

The sedentary lifestyle has emerged as one of the biggest health challenges that the world is struggling to combat. When you don’t get involved in any physical activity –or get involved but only very little – you’re hurting your health, including your orthopedic health.

Your bones and joints aren’t properly conditioned. They lag in strength and flexibility. They become softer and weaker, leaving you more prone to injuries, deformities, and other orthopedic problems, like osteoarthritis.

In the long-run, these effects pan to be quite critical, affecting the quality of your life, as well as putting significant physical limitations as you grow older. (To know more on this subject, consult any of the famous orthopedic doctors in Kolkata.)

So, irrespective of your age, it’s essential to do away from a sedentary lifestyle.

Of course, cozy in your couch, it’s not going to be easy to pull yourself up and hit the gym or eat better food. But that’s exactly what you’re required to do if you are to live a healthier and happier life.

Make A Progressive Transition

The first step in this process is to take a progressive approach rather than being abrupt; the latter almost always end up with fatigue.

Remember, the new lifestyle you’re opting– a seemingly physically-active and healthy lifestyle – it’s a long-term commitment. You’ll preferably live with these good habits lifelong.

So, there shouldn’t be unnecessary rush in that transition where you’re going from no activity on one day to 2-hours at the gym the next day OR you don’t want to go from cheeseburgers on one day to starving yourself with salads.

Go slow. Make progressive changes.

Take one step at a time instead of aiming for 10 steps.

What Changes To Make

For the starters, if you’re not much of a walker, start walking more. Wake up early in the morning and go on a walk.

Instead of taking your bike or rickshaw everywhere, choose to cover that distance by walking.

In the subsequent weeks, join a local gym or any sports club based on your interest.

If working out at the gym isn’t your thing (maybe you’re busy), invest in some at-home gym equipment.

Note, however, to be careful in your workouts to not injure yourself. If your bones are weak, you might end up sustaining an injury. If you do, for instance, end up with knee pain, visit a good knee specialist in Kolkata almost immediately. Ignoring the injury and hoping it would get better itself can make the case worse. Seek professional help as soon as possible.

At the same time, heed to your diet.

Again, don’t make any abrupt and 360 changes to your meals that your body isn’t prepared for.

Slowly eliminate bad items, and then introduce their healthier alternatives.

Put In Some Work And Consistency

Going from having a sedentary lifestyle to a healthier one – the journey is not going to be easy. There will be challenges and you will struggle.

But nothing good ever comes conveniently, does it?

So, stay prepared to put in some hard work in making the necessary changes. And, most importantly, stay consistent in your efforts.

Over the months and years, you will notice a big difference in your orthopedic health.

You will be healthier and happier.

 

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