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Exercise
The health benefits of exercise are seemingly
endless. The most commonly cited ones include lowering the
incidences of heart attack, stroke, colon cancer and type 2
diabetes, while strengthening bones, muscles and joints and helping
to control weight. Nevertheless, we live in a society that is
growing increasingly obese and sedentary. A recent National Health
Survey in the US revealed that almost 40% of adults reported no
participation in a leisure-time physical activity.
For the couple undergoing infertility treatment, exercise is an
important part of a healthy lifestyle that will maximize your
chances of success. Other elements include proper nutrition,
reducing your intake of alcohol and caffeine, and kicking the habit
of smoking.
Experts say that the health benefits of exercise can be enjoyed
with as little as 30 minutes of moderate exercise (e.g. walking) or
20 minutes of vigorous exercise (e.g. jogging) every day. Exercise
is also a key element in maintaining proper weight, another factor
that influences fertility.
 As
it is often easier to find the motivation for exercise when there
is another person participating, try talking your partner into
joining you. Examples of activities that you can do together
include jogging, biking, tennis and golf. Extreme sports such a
marathon running, however, should be avoided, as they can result in
reduced sperm production in men and irregular ovulation in
women.
Finally, exercise can play a critical role in heightening your
sense of well-being and reducing the level of stress in your life,
another factor that influences your chances of having a baby.
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