Happiness, joy and peace are linked to exercise. The body is the connection between the mind and the soul. It is of paramount importance that we take care of our bodies. The more we exercise the easier it is for us to realize the purposes in our soul for which we were placed on this earth.

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2. DISCLAIMER:
The intent of this presentation
is not to cure, mitigate or treat
any disease, but rather to
provide knowledge about
health. The conclusions are
personal & withour affiliation.
These remedies are
complementary, but they should
not be applied without having
first consulted with the
physician that is caring for you.
Do not stop taking your
medicines, or apply these
remedies without the
authorization of a qualified
practitioner that is familiar with
your individual case so that you
can discuss your options, arrive
at an agreement and monitor
your progress.
2

3. Thomas Edison said,
“The doctor of the
future will not prescribe
medicines,
But rather, will focus
on true remedies for
the human frame
and in the prevention
of diseases.”
WHAT DID THOMAS EDISON SAY IN REFERENCE
TO THE DOCTOR OF THE FURURE ?
3

4. THE ART AND SCIENCE OF HEALING
God pledged Himself to keep this human machinery in healthful action if the
human agent will obey His laws and cooperate with God. (3)
If man will first trust in God, rest, exercise, be temperate, dress with modesty and
use His simple agents properly, and apply principles of hygiene in using His
temple, then God will continue to cooperate with the human agent in
providing His natural agents of sunlight, water, clean air, life bearing
grass, seeds and herbs, in the prevention of disease. (4), (5), (6), (7)
There are many ways of practicing the
healing art, but there is only one way that
Heaven approves.
God's remedies are the simple agencies of
nature that will not tax or debilitate the
system through their powerful properties.
(1)
The work of cultivating the heart is
profitable at all times and in all places. (2)
4
1-Testi. for the Church Vol 5, p.443.1; 2- Manuscript Releases, Vol 1, p.345.2; 3- Councils on Diet and Foods
p. 17; 4- Genesis 1:11; 5- Exodus 15:26; 6- 1 Corinthians 3:9-11; 7- Manuscript Release Vol. 1, p. 345.2-346.3

5. HOW CAN ONE SYSTEMATICALLY DESCRIBE
THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF EXERCISE
AS A NATURAL REMEDY?
There are many Systems in the body that network
with each other in the art and science of healing.
The health benefits of Exercise apply to the:
•Digestive System
•Respiratory System
•Immune System
•Nervous System
•Urinary System
•Integumentary System
•Circulatory System
•Reproductive System
•Endocrine System
•Skeletal System
•Muscular System
• Hematologic System
5

6. According to the NIH, physical exercise is
defined as: “Planned, structured and repetitive
bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles
that requires energy expenditure.”
Physical Exercise
6
NIH consensus conference. Physical activity and cardiovascular health. JAMA July 17, 1996. 276(3): 241-246.

7. •Denotes a level of activity less than that
needed to maintain good health.
•Characterizes most Americans.
•54% of adults report little or no regular physical activity.
•Most teenagers grades 9-12 are not performing regular
vigorous activity.
Physical
Inactivity
NIH consensus conference. Physical activity and cardiovascular health. JAMA , 1996 July 17; 276(3): 241-246.
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8. Risks of
Physical Activity
• Musculoskeletal Injury
Risk increases with increased
frequency, intensity and duration
• Sudden death (rare)
• Myocardial Infarction (rare)
NIH consensus conference. Physical activity and cardiovascular health. JAMA, 1996 July 17; 276(3): 241-246.
8

9. Other Benefits of
Endurance Training
• Maintains or increases bone mineral density
• Helps prevent or control diabetes
• Helps control obesity
• Decreases risk of certain cancers
• Helps control anxiety
• Treats depression
NIH consensus conference. Physical activity and cardiovascular health. JAMA 1996 July 17;276(3): 241-246.
Surgeon General’s Report on Physical Activity of Health. JAMA 1996, August 21; 276(7): 522.
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10. • Improves stress coping mechanism
• Improves intermittent claudication
• Helps control osteoarthritis
• Improves symptoms of Alzheimer’s
• Improves fibromyalgia
NIH consensus conference. Physical activity and cardiovascular health. JAMA 1996 July 17;276(3): 241-246.
Surgeon General’s Report on Physical Activity of Health. JAMA 1996, August 21; 276(7): 522.
Other Benefits of
Endurance Training
10

11. Who Needs to be Evaluated Prior to
Initiating Endurance Training?
• “Because the risks of physical activity are very low
compared with the health benefits, most adults do not
need medical consultation or pretesting before starting
a moderate-intensity physical activity program.”
• “Those with known cardiovascular disease.”
• “Men over 40 or women over 50 with multiple
cardiovascular risk factors who contemplate
a program of vigorous activity.”
NIH consensus conference. Physical activity and cardiovascular health. JAMA, 1996 July 17; 276(3): 241-246.
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12. WHAT IS THE BEST AND SAFEST WAY
TO EVALUATE THE USE OF
NATURAL REMEDIES ?
THERE ARE NO TWO
PERSONS THAT ARE ALIKE.
IT IS VERY IMPORTANT
TO REQUEST MEDICAL
COUNCIL TO:
EVALUATE YOUR HEALTH,
IDENTIFICAR IDENTIFY
YOUR RISK FACTORS,
ESTABLISH GOALS,
ANSWER QUESTIONS
AND EVALUATE YOUR
PROGRESS.
12

13. “The more we exercise, the better will
be the circulation of the blood. More
people die for want of exercise than
through over fatigue; very many more
rust out than wear out.
Those who accustom themselves to
proper exercise in the open air will
generally have a good and vigorous
circulation.”
EGW Testimonies for the Church Volume Two, pg. 525-6
“Many more Rust Out
than Wear Out”
13

14. Which health law is
for the most part
responsible for
obtaining perfect
circulation ?
Perfect health depends on perfect circulation; (1), (2)
There are over 600 muscles in the body that were
made by design for movement.
Good circulation depends to a large degree upon the
muscle tone of the body, and muscle tone is dependent
on fibers that are commanded by nerves, which are
developed by exercise.
14
EGW 1-Testimonies for the Church Vol. 2, p.351; 2- Healthful Living p.178.1

15. EFFECTS OF EXERCISE ON THE
REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
15

16. EFFECTS OF EXERCISE ON THE
SKELETAL SYSTEM
16

17. Why many become invalids?
“The chief reason why many become invalids is
that the blood does not circulate freely, and the
changes in the vital fluid, which are necessary to
life and health, do not take place. They have not
given their bodies exercise nor their lungs food,
which is pure, fresh air.”
EGW Testimonies for the Church Volume Two, pg. 525. 17

18. EFFECTS OF EXERCISE ON THE
HEMATOLOGIC SYSTEM
18

19. WHAT HAPPENS TO THE RED BLOOD
CELLS WHEN WE DO EXERCISE ?
SCIENTISTS TELL US
THAT THE RED BLOOD
CELLS ARE PRODUCED
AT A FASTER RATE
WHEN WE DO
EXERCISE.
THE IMPORTANCE OF
THIS IS THAT THE RED
BLOOD CELLS
TRANSPORT OXYGEN
TO THE ENTIRE BODY.
19
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aerobic_exercise

20. EFFECTS OF EXERCISE ON THE
ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
20

21. EFFECTS OF EXERCISE ON THE
MUSCULAR SYSTEM
21

22. IN WHAT WAY IS THE MOVING ACTION OF
THE ARMS LIKE A WATER PUMP?
The moving action of the
arms forward and
backward, up and down,
pumps blood and lymph
to the heart on the right
and from the heart to the
rest of the body on the
left.
This action improves the
circulation of oxygen and
improves the bodies
natural defenses.
22http://healthmad.com/health/swinging-arms-while-walking-what-are-the-benefits/#comments

23. There is no exercise that will
prove as beneficial to every
part of the body as walking.
Active walking in the open air
will do more for women, to
preserve them in health if they
are well, than any other
means. Walking is also one of
the most efficient remedies for
the recovery of health of the
invalid. The hands and arms
are exercised as well as the
limbs.
23EGW Health Reformer Healthful Living pg.130.2

24. EFFECTS OF EXERCISE ON THE
DIGESTIVE TRACT
24

25. WHAT EFFECT DOES WALKING HAVE
ON THE DIGESTIVE TRACT?
•Digestion will be
promoted by physical
exercise.
•The diseased stomach will
find relief by exercise.
•Exercise is important to
digestion, and to a healthy
condition of body and
mind.
25EGW 1- Healthful Living, p. 133.3-5; 2- Testimonies for the Church, Vol II, p.413, 530, 569

26. WHAT EFFECT DOES WALKING HAVE ON THE
BLOOD SUGAR BEFORE OR AFTER EATING?
Researchers are
finding that walking
60 min. after meals is
more effective in
lowering blood sugar
levels than before
meals in diabetics.
26American Medical Directors Association Volume 10, Issue 6, Pages 394-397
(July 2009) Sheri R. Colberg, www.diabetesincontrol.com

27. EFFECTS OF EXERCISE ON THE
RESPIRATORY TRACT
27

28. IN WHAT WAY DOES EXERCISE
BENEFIT THE RESPIRATORY TRACT ?
EXERCISE PROMOTES THE
ENTRANCE OF OXYGEN IN
THE BODY AND REMOVES
UNWANTED CARBON
DIOXIDE.
OXYGEN IS ESSENCIAL FOR
LIFE.
WITHOUT OXYGEN WE
COULD NOT LIVE.
EXERCISE MOBILIZES
BRONCHIAL SECRETIONS
THAT HELPS TO PREVENT
INFECTIONS.
28
http://www.brianmac.co.uk/physiolr.htm

29. WHAT EFFECT DOES EXERCISE HAVE OVER
ASTHMA AND ALLERGIES?
Exercise
improves
asthma and
allergies and
Reduces the
need to take
drugs.
29
http://www.webmd.com/asthma/guide/exercising-asthma

30. EFFECT OF EXERCISE ON THE
LYMPHATIC SYSTEM
30

31. IN WHAT WAY DOES THE
LYMPHATIC SYSTEM
BENEFIT BY EXERCISE ?
THE LYMPHATIC SYSTEM HAS AN
ARMY OF CELLS FOR THE PURPOSE OF
FIGHTING GERMS AND POISONS.
IN ORDER FOR THE LYMPHATIC
SYSTEM TO FIGHT GERMS OR POISONS
IT REQUIRES INTELLIGENCE. ONCE THE
INTELLIGENCE IDENTIFIES THE ENEMY,
WHERE IT IS SITUATED, IT’S SIZE AND
THREAT, IT THEN CAN FORM A
RESPONSE.
THE RESPONSE THAT IS FORMULATED
IS DEPENDENT ON IT’S INHERENT
ABILITY TO MOBILIZE IT’S ARMAMENT.
THE MOBILIZATION OF THE
ARMAMENT IS EITHER LIMITED BY
PHYSICAL INACTIVITY OR FAVORED BY
MODERATE EXERCISE.
31
http://sportsmedicine.about.com/od/injuryprevention/a/Ex_Immunity.htm

32. EFFECT OF EXERCISE ON THE
NERVOUS SYSTEM
32

33. HOW CAN WE OBTAIN A NEW LIFE WITH
VIGOR IN EVERY PART OF OUR BODIES?
If physical exercise were combined with mental exertion, the
blood would be quickened in its circulation, the action of the heart
would be more perfect, impure matter would be thrown off, and
new life and vigor would be experienced in every part of the body.
The proper use of their physical strength, as well as of the mental
powers, will equalize the circulation of the blood, and keep every
organ of the living machinery in running order.
33
EGW Healthful Living pg. 132.6-7; Special Testimonies on Education pg. 352; Testimonies Vol. III, p. 490

34. The human body may be
compared to nicely adjusted
machinery, which needs care
to keep it in running order.
One part should not be
subjected to constant wear
and pressure, while another
part is rusting from inaction.
While the mind is taxed, the
muscles also should have
their proportion of exercise.
34EGW Signs of the Times 1886, No. 33; Healthful Living pg. 127.1

35. IN WHAT WAY IS THE NERVOUS SYSTEM
BENEFITED BY EXERCISE ?
Exercise produces
endorphins that:
Take away pain,
Improve our mental
outlook,
Enhances mental clarity,
Improves memory,
Promotes happiness,
Gives a sense of
wellbeing,
Peace, love,
Etc.
35Medicine & Science in Sports and Exercise: August 1990, Vol. 22, issue 4
Endorphins and exercise: Physiological mechanisms and clinic….

36. IN WHAT WAY DOES EXERCISE WORK
LIKE A TRANQUILIZER ?
IT HAS BEEN SHOWN THAT WHEN
YOUR BACK, SHOULDERS AND ARMS
FEEL TENSE FROM STRESS AND
WORRIES IT IS VERY DIFFICULT FOR
YOU TO RELAX.
THIS TENSION CAN PRODUCE
HEADACHES, INSOMNIA AND
MUSCLE SPASMS.
WHEN YOU GO OUTSIDE FOR A
WALK, THIS RELIEVES THE TENSION
AND ALLOWS THE BUILD UP OF THE
ELECTRICAL CHARGES TO BE
RELEASED.
ONCE THIS RELEASE OF TENSION
OCCURS, IT HAS A
TRANQUILIZING EFFECT.
36www.mayoclinic.com/health/depression-and-exercise/MH00043

37. WHAT EFFECT DOES SWIMMING
HAVE OVER IT’S PARTICIPANTS ?
It has been shown
that swimming is an
excellent aerobic
exercise.
Those that participate
in aerobic exercises
such as swimming
experience: less
tension, depression,
anger than those who
do not.
37http://swimming.about.com/od/swimworkouts/a/swim_benefit.htm

38. EFFECTS OF EXERCISE ON THE
URINARY TRACT
38

39. IN WHAT WAY DOES THE URINARY TRACT
BENEFIT BY DOING EXERCISE ?
In 1948 Dr. Kegel described that
when one does exercises, the
urinary tract benefits principally
by the increase in the muscular
tone of the pelvic muscles that
support the bladder.
Increase in the muscle tone of
the bladder helps to prevent
urinary incontinence by
providing increased support for
a more complete bladder
emptying.
Better bladder emptying helps to
prevent urinary tract infections.
39http://www.ehow.com/facts_4810906_kegel-exercises-urinary-tract-infections.html

40. THE EFFECT OF EXERCISE ON THE
INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM
40

41. IN WHAT WAY DOES THE INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM, HELP
THE LYMPHATIC SYSTEM IN DEFENDING US FROM
GERMS AND POISONS WHEN WE EXERCISE ?
When we exercise vigorously,
we perspire.
Upon exercising vigorously,
this mobilizes the armament
of cells within the lymphatic
system that defend us from
germs and poisons.
When we perspire, many of
the germs and poisons are
flushed out through the
pores and eliminated.
41EGW: 1- Ministry of Healing 1905, p. 238.1; 2- Health Reformer 6/1/1872 par 16-17

42. EFFECT OF EXERCISE ON THE
CIRCULATORY SYSTEM
42

43. • Increase in HDL after 12 wks of training
• Decrease blood pressure
• Improves insulin sensitivity
• Decreases fibrinogen
• Decreases platelet function
• Improves fibrinolysis
Cardiovascular Benefits of
Endurance Training
NIH consensus conference. Physical activity and cardiovascular health.
JAMA, 1996 July 17; 276(3): 241-246. 43

44. WHAT IS THE BEST REMEDY FOR
DISEASED BODIES?
There is no exercise that can
take the place of walking.
By it the circulation of the
blood is greatly improved. . .
Walking, in all cases where it
is possible, is the best
remedy for diseased bodies
because in this exercise all of
the organs of the body are
brought into use.
44EGW Testimonies for the Church, Volume 3, pg. 78, Healthful Living 129.5

45. What is my risk of getting
clots by sitting?
There are more than 250,000 people in the USA hospitalized per year
for Venous Thromboembolism.
Researchers believe people who sit at their desks for prolonged
periods of time face a high risk of developing blood clots in the legs,
which can be fatal.
Research from the Wellington Hospital in New Zealand tells us that
for every hour that we sit there is a 10% risk of developing a Venous
Thromboembolism.
46
Preventing Deep Venous Thromboembolism > jenniferberube.suite101.com ›
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46. WHAT ARE THE RISKS TO THE CIRCULATORY
SYSTEM OF NOT DOING EXERCISE?
Cerebral infarct (stroke) #3 cause of death
Myocardial infarct (heart attack) #1 cause of death
47National Vital Statistics Reports, Vol. 58, No. 1, August 19, 2009

47. WHAT IS IT THAT BENEFITS ME MORE, AN
EXERCISE THAT I LIKE OR ONE THAT I DISLIKE ?
IT HAS BEEN SHOWN THAT
WHEN WE DO AN EXERCISE
THAT WE LIKE, IT LOWERS
CHOLESTEROL.
WHEN WE DO EXERCISES
THAT WE DISLIKE, THE
CHOLESTEROL STAYS THE
SAME.
THEREFORE, DEVELOP AN
EXERCISE PROGRAM YOU
ENJOY.
WHEN YOU ENJOY YOUR
WORK OUT, IN THE LONG
RUN, YOU’LL DO MORE OF
IT THAN YOU THINK !!!
48

48. WHAT RECOMMENDATIONS DOES THE (AHA)
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION MAKE ABOUT
EXERCISE AND THE CIRCULATORY SYSTEM?
According to the AHA:
“In persons less than 65
years of age,
It is convenient to walk at
least 30 minutes of
moderate exercise 5
times per week”.
49
circ.ahajournals.org/content/107/24/3109.full

49. PHYSICAL INACTIVITY WARNING !!!
A SEDENTARY LIFESTYLE HAS BEEN LINKED TO 28%
OF DEATHS FROM LEADING CHRONIC DISEASES.
Also, it has been shown that
“for persons with sedentary
habits, late suppers are
particularly harmful. With
them the disturbance created
is often the beginning of
disease that ends in death. ”
50EGW Councils on Diet and Foods p. 173

50. What are the American Heart Association
recommendations for exercise?
We suggest at least 150
minutes per week of
moderate exercise or 75
minutes per week of
vigorous exercise (or a
combination of moderate
and vigorous activity).
You will also experience
benefits even if you divide
your time into two or
three segments of 10 -15
minutes per day.
www.heart.org/.../PhysicalActivity/...Jan 19, 2011
51

51. How does the American Heart Association define
“Moderate-intensity physical activity?”
Moderate-intensity physical
activity means working hard
enough to raise your heart rate
and break a sweat, yet still
being able to carry on a
conversation.
It should be noted that to lose
weight or maintain weight loss,
60 to 90 minutes of physical
activity may be necessary. The
30-minute recommendation is
for the average healthy adult to
maintain health and reduce the
risk for chronic disease.
52www.heart.org/.../PhysicalActivity/...Jan 19, 2011

52. What if i have a problem with going
to the gym or jogging ?
It is less important the type of
exercise that you to than
enjoyment that you get out of
what you do.
If you like to jog, run, ride a
bicycle, walk or just work in the
garden, it will all reduce stress,
lower blood pressure and add
years to your life.
Moderate exercise that does not
produce tension, but rather is
enjoyable is what saves lives.
53helpguide.org/life/exercise.htm

53. WHAT EFFECT DOES BETA-ENDORPHIN HORMONE
HAVE WHEN RELEASED WHEN WE EXERCISE ?
It is known that
beta-endorphin is a
naturally occurring
opiate that not only
takes away pain, but
it also reduces blood
pressure, the heart
rate and breathing.
54
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Endorphin

54. Walking, in all cases where it is possible, is the best exercise,
because in walking, all the muscles are brought into action.
Many who depend upon the movement-cure could, by exercise,
accomplish more for themselves than the movements can do for
them. There is no exercise that can take the place of walking.
55EGW Health Reformer 7/1/1872 par. 14

55. Studies on health tell us that there is a linear
relatinship between physical activity and the
prevention of coronary heart disease.
The more that we exercise, the less
cholesterol we store. The less cholesterol
we store the less is our risk of developing
a cardiac event.
Walking 2 miles or more per day is
associated with an almost 50% reduction
in mortality.
Engaging in regular moderate to vigorous
exercise lowers the risk of heart attacks,
strokes, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes
diverticular disease, osteoporosis, colon
cancer and diverticular disease.
56Grundy S, et al. Circulation 2004; 110(2) 227-230

56. IS IT BETTER TO EXERCISE IN THE
MORNING OR IN THE EVENING?
According to researchers,
exercising in the morning
is more effective in
loosing weight than
doing the same amount
of exertion in the
evening.
In addition, exercising
before breakfast
increases the likelihood
of doing it.
57
walking.about.com/od/fitness/a/besttimeex.htm

57. IN SUMMARY, WHAT ARE SOME OF THE
BENEFITS OF EXERCISING?
Some of the benefits of exercising are:
•Increasing muscle tone
•Improving your figure and posture
•Increasing your energy
•Enhancing your cardio-pulmonary
capacity
•Preventing loss of bone density
•Stress reduction
•Burning calories and reducing appetite
•Helping in weight reduction
•Reduce injuries in the workplace
•Increase rate of healing from injuries
•Pain reduction
•Improve your sense of wellbeing
•Enhances memory
•Feel and appear younger 58

58. WHAT CAN WE LEARN
FROM THE BIBLE ABOUT
THE HEALING POWER IN
EXERCISING THAT HELPS
US TO BE OVERCOMERS?
Hebrews 12:1-2 “Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with
so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin
which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that
is set before us,
Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy
that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is
set down at the right hand of the throne of God.
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59. We would like to thank the
editors and contributors of the
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Every effort has been taken to
ensure that the photos,
diagrams or images obtained
are either original or from
public domain.
May the Lordbless you
like it is written in 3 John 2:
“Beloved, I wish above all
things that thou mayest
prosper, and be in good health,
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