In this period of confinement, THE sport has won over many people!
From live aerobics classes to bodybuilding with bottled water, there is something for everyone!
And this is good news!
Indeed, physical activity increases the amount of cells participating in the immune responseWe can cite for example T, NK and B lymphocytes, without forgetting macrophages and neutrophils, from the white blood cell family.
In addition, she will increase circulation between the blood system and the different tissues of the human body; not only of these cells; but also of immunoglobulins and anti-inflammatory cytokines, proteins playing an essential role in the body defense against attacks.
THE skeletal muscles, under the control of the central nervous system, are also an integral part of the immune regulation. They synthesize during physical activity a certain type of cytokines, called myokines, which have effects anti-inflammatories And immunoprotective.
From all these mechanisms, results a increased activity of immune defenses and of the metabolic health.
A physically active lifestyle reduces the influence of communicable diseases of bacterial or viral origin but also the incidence of non-communicable diseases such as diabetes or cancers. A physical activity regular can limit and slow down the aging of the immune system.
While the benefits of moderate exercise have been demonstrated many times, there are also negative effects in cases ofintense exercise.
It is therefore appropriate to adopt a regular and reasonable physical activity in order to make the most of its various positive impacts on health.
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