The relationship between fitness and wrinkle
Wrinkles and lines are probably the fist signs of aging. Thinning lips, puffy eyes and age spots often follow, and no matter what the advertisements tell you - there is no permanent cure.
Even those who resort to expensive cosmetic surgery or Botox and collagen injections understand that these are temporary solutions to wrinkles and aging, and procedures need to be repeated to remain effective.
The lifestyle choices we make can have a huge impact on the appearance of wrinkles and lines. For instance, having a healthy diet is known to slow the aging process. Good nutrition has a positive effect on each organ in our bodies, and our skin is the largest organ.
Wrinkles around the eyes and mouth are more prevalent in smokers, and the damage smoking causes to the lungs and blood vessels affects the oxygenation of the blood supply.
For those who are overweight or obese, the extra weight they are carrying requires the body to use more energy just to carry it around. This energy is much better used in metabolizing food and fighting cell-destroying free radicals.
Establishing and maintaining a realistic level of fitness will also assist in delaying the aging process. Exercising in a way that raises your heart rate over 20 minutes increases the blood flow, delivering fresh oxygenated blood to where it is most needed.
If they remain properly hydrated, people sweat when they exercise. This is a good thing - by sweating we clear blocked pores and the increased blood flow brings a healthy glow to our skin. Collagen, which gives skin is strength and elasticity, is stimulated by exercise and helps add 'plumpness' to the skin.
Always consult your doctor before embarking on a new fitness regime, start slowly and gradually build up your fitness level.
No anti wrinkle or anti aging programme is complete however, without a quality skincare cream. By taking a scientific approach to lifestyle, you have taken the right first steps. By taking the same approach to your anti-wrinkle cream, you can't go wrong.
Ensure your skincare cream is backed by science, has a guarantee of satisfaction, and takes a holistic approach to anti-aging: wrinkles, lines, age spots, blotchiness and so on. Don't fall for a sales pitch that tells you that a different product in the manufacturer's 'range' is needed for each area.
Diet, exercise, hydration, adequate rest, and a good skincare product - these are the essentials for keeping wrinkles at bay.
