Exercising Muscles
Facial excercisers don't work.
Advertisements for gadgets and gizmos
that claim to strengthen facial
muscles, abdominal muscles, and muscles
in the extremities abound. Some are
sponsored by naturally recognized
companies, and some not. The more
recognized companies often have stores
where on-site evaluation is avaiable.
Others, such as internet-based, rarely
offer that opportunity. Caveat Emptor!
Muscle exercises can be classified as
Isometric or Isotonic. Isometric
exercises require the muscle/tendon
length to be constant during the
exercise such as leg lifts. Isotonic
exercise requires the resistance to be
constant during the exercises, such as
lifting dumb bells. Combined this
exercises produce increased muscle
strength and tone. However, ads not
withstanding, at-home facial muscle
exercise will not prevent wrinkling,
and may actually promote wrinkling. It
is important to recognize all muscle
exercises have maximum benefit.
Persons, seriously considering regular
muscle exercises, would be well served
consulting a trainer at a legitimate
exercise club. Then one can better
determine the type of exercise and
exercise equipment to utilize.
Finally, cardiovascular/pulmonary
exercise training should, also, only be
initiated under professional direction
after consulting with your personal
physician.
Occassionaly, performing exercise
correctly, can initiate muscular
strains. Applying ice to a muscle
injury is good therapy, but for on
longer than 10 minutes at a time.
Alternating of 10 minutes of ice and 10
minutes without ice for 60-90 minutes 4-
5 times per day throughout the first 24
hours is appropriate. Prolonged
application actually decreases blood
flow to the site and potentially
aggravates the problem. If the injury
remains painful without appreciable
relief after 48-72 hours it is wise to
consult your doctor.