Food: Digestion and Exercise
- Coastal Fitness and Correction
- Written By: Christina Blahovich
Did you know that physical activity and exercise can have an impact on your body’s digestion? Because of how your body is built, including an exercise regimen can support your body’s ability to digest and process food. There are several ways that exercise benefits your body’s digestion:
Increased Gut Motility
Exercise in and of itself promotes movement of the body and strengthens muscles. When you exercise, this can strengthen the muscles around your intestines to promote movement of food and energy through the body. This can lead to less constipation and more regulation of the digestive system.
Improved Blood Flow
Exercise also develops blood flow throughout the body. The more blood flows, the more organs and tissues can complete necessary processes. This includes organs that support your digestive system.
Stress Reduction
Stress can cause tension on the body and lead to imbalances for the digestive system. Exercise produces endorphins and other hormones and chemicals to aid your body. This can relieve stress in the body which could present itself in the gut, such as bloating and gas.
Nutrient Absorption
Because exercise promotes blood flow and regulation of the digestive system, this means that essential nutrients could be more easily absorbed. The healthier the food you consume and the more dedicated you are to your exercise regimen, the more nutrients your body will continue to absorb.
Both food and exercise, even a corrective exercise program like we offer at Coastal Fitness and Correction, aid in your body’s digestion. Take mindful steps to stay dedicated to an exercise regimen and let it assist you not only in the ways your body can move but also in the ways your body can move and process the benefit of your food.
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- Orthopedic Considerations
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- Neurological Conditions
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Through measured progress of strength, range of motion, stability, and mobility, we are here to empower clients to live each day at their highest and healthiest ability. To connect with your Orthopedic or Cancer Exercise Specialist in Sarasota, Florida click here.