How can sitting in front of my computer make me healthy? Can a bicycle, barbell, or a balanced diet make you healthy without your effort? No but they can be used to assist in the process. The computer and the internet can combine to provide you with information, processes and motivation toward being healthier.
The internet is an information source which can give you the latest research and developments in regards to many aspects your health. Boomers if not anything else are suspicious of advertising since they grew up with the changing nature of the business. Health related sites need to be supported by well researched, reputable organizations. Seeking information from organizations with known credentials can be a good place to start then move on to other groups that can get you the products or services you want.
For example I have tried to get in shape for years thinking I needed to plan an hour in the gym three out of seven days. I failed and still need to improve my health. My doctor cited information that short 10-15 minute intervals of concentrated effort may be more effective in my weight loss. Now I don't need a time-consuming program I can use an intense, low time-consuming program because I have good, credible information.
Armed with trusted information and appropriate products you can use your computer to set your goals, organize your routine and record your progress. Here again the internet can be helpful. Programs are available to encourage you get up and get moving, count calories or record your accomplishment big or small. One important thing to remember is a goal without a plan is only a wish; a plan to be successful needs to be tracked to provide direction and motivation.
Everyone is motivated differently. The internet can supply you with just about anything you need from books, pictures, charts about fitness to recordings of music, precise instructions to relaxation and motivational speakers. Self-help and referrals to professionals to help you improve your health are also accessible through the internet.
Computers can be very helpful in deciding where and how you are going to use that bicycle you have in the garage. The Internet could show you how to use those weights your son left in the basement when he moved to college. Trusted, reliable information and timely record keeping can guide you from where you are to that healthy vibrant boomer that can go and do whatever you want.
Ken Curran, Digital-Boomers.com
Ken Curran, Publisher Digital-Boomers.com
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