Sports that are good for circulation

The best types are low-intensity, long-duration aerobic exercises. And dynamic ones, from swimming to running, from cycling to dancing, from cross-country skiing to golf.

Sports for circulation

It is well known that sport is good for your health but some activities, more than others, help the circulation sanguine. In particular aerobic activity, that is, low intensity and long duration, and the dynamic sports where muscle contraction is accompanied by body movement and breathing is more regular. This is unlike static sports, which, in some cases, can overload the venous system of the lower limbs and impair breathing. Among the most recommended are swimming, running, walking, cross-country skiing, and cycling. Here are the best ones and their respective benefits.

Swimming

If there is a sport that is good for circulation it is definitely ARTISTICIt is no coincidence that it is recommended for those suffering from venous diseases. In fact, water, by producing a small pressure on the venous system, massage the lower limbs, which benefits circulation. And physical stress is minimal.

race

race

La race It is useful for circulation because it contributes to make the walls of blood vessels more elasticThis way, the blood encounters less resistance as it circulates. This also results in a decrease in blood pressure. But be careful to wear suitable shoes that adequately protect your feet.

Bicycle

Bicycle
Bicycle

In addition to making you lose weight and tone your muscles, bicycle improves venous and lymphatic circulation in the legs thanks to the rhythmic movement of the muscles. It is therefore also useful for counteracting swelling and preventing venous thrombotic diseases.

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walk

To walk It is usually a real panacea for health and blood circulation. In fact, it contributes to theelasticity of the vessel walls, in this way, a bit like what happens with running, the blood is able to flow more fluidly, without resistance.

Cross country skiing

Cross country skiing

Another sport that is practiced regularly helps venous and lymphatic circulation is the cross country Because it involves rhythmic movements, yet doesn't overstress the joints. It's also useful for cellulite, as long as the ankles are in good health.

golf

golf

Il golf It involves long walks and therefore, a bit like what happens with walking, it is excellent for promoting blood flow, making it more fluid and less subject to resistance.

Dance

Dance

La dance It tones your muscles, helps you lose weight, it's fun and more helps oxygenate the body and circulation. It also makes the heart work harder, making blood circulation more fluid. However, be careful to proceed gradually, starting from a suitable level.

Boating

Boating

Rowing is not a sport for everyone because it requires a lot of physical effort, however it is very useful for the peripheral circulation, which improves thanks to the increase in capillaries.

Sports for those suffering from varicose veins

For those who suffer from varicose veins, the most suitable sports to do are:
  • Swimming, gymnastics and water walking
  • Cycling, capable of activating the muscle pump
  • Cross-country skiing, preferable to downhill skiing which puts stress on the ankles
  • Yoga, a true elixir to relieve leg fatigue

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