Rather it be supporting Traditional Chinese Medicine, riding a bicycle or running the Boston marathon. It’s that feel good feeling you gain from that second wind that gets you to the finish line. Could this phenomenon be the same as “Energy Medicine.” We as a society on the whole would rather fulfill our pizza addiction, rather than riding a bicycle for 1/2 hour daily to avoid the statins.
Finding the importance of cardio exercises at fifty to provide a fountain of youth? Although the second wind phenomenon hasn’t been studied extensively as to date. Dr. Burch Oglesby, an associate professor in the Health and Human Performance Department at University of Tennessee at Chattanooga reasons.
The “second wind” could be the result of the body achieving a state of euphoria, an equilibrium at which muscles are at optimal temperature (slightly higher than 98.6 degrees) and the body’s oxygen needs are greater than the demands of the runners pace. Therefore, when the body properly regulates respiration to meet the long term demands of steady – state exercise.
Muscles begin operating more efficiently, breathing evens out and fatigue is decreased, compared to earlier in the run. Dr. Oglesby thinks this sensation is generally achieved as a result of conditioning. Which causes the muscles to become more efficient and heart undergoes change that increases blood flow ( for example a stronger heart muscle.)
Whereas those new to running may not experience this sensation at first because they’re always over exerting themselves, incurring more oxygen debt than they pay off. As the body learns how best to regulate itself to meet the rigors of a runners pace. The chances of gaining a second wind intensifies and since running only consumes 100 calories @ mile ran and there are 3500 calories to a pound.
Therefore is running short amounts really feasible for weight lost? That question…. is not really why I am including this blog…. in blog roll. My main question, however is, does the euphoria of exercise equate to the same principle as Energy Medicine. “Energy Medicine” awakens energy that brings vitality, joy and enthusiasm to your life.
Energy Medicine — is about balancing the body, the mind and spirit!!! Its about regulating body chemistry, your hormones that which helps you feel better, think better while keeping you strong and resilient.