Abstract:Riyazat (Exercise) is planned and well-structured body movements done to achieve various health benefits like strengthening of the cardiovascular system and body muscles, reduction or maintenance of weight, improvement of metabolic functions, and sometimes merely for enjoyment. Riyazat is one of the regimenal therapies which inhibits the accumulation of morbid materials in the body and channelizes it for evacuation (
tanqiya e mawad) via natural routes, hence it purifies the body and reduces the risk of developing many diseases. Many ancient Unani scholars like Buqrat (Hippocrates), Jalinoos (Galen), Razi (Rhazes) and Avicenna extensively explained about benefits of
Riyazat in their treatise.
Lifestyle diseases like Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, obesity, cardiovascular diseases, etc. are much prevalent nowadays and the burden of such diseases is increasing day by day. Morbidity and mortality are also increasing along with their prevalence. Frequent and regular physical workout helps in prevention of such ailments and improves overall health and also prevents conditions like insomnia and depression and boosts mental health and self-esteem. Regular exercises must be done for the betterment of life and to reduce the burden of lifestyle disorders on the healthcare system.
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