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The early morning sunlight poured into the bedroom through the cracks in the curtains, and 68-year-old Zhang Deming opened his eyes and looked at the alarm clock on the bedside table, which was only half past five. He got up lightly, for fear of waking his wife, who was still asleep.
Zhang Deming got dressed, picked up the trekking poles placed behind the door, and prepared to go out for morning exercises. Just as he was about to step out of the house, a sudden feeling of dizziness caused him to stagger and have to hold on to the wall to stand firm.
Zhang Deming took a deep breath and thought, "Maybe it's too early, just take a rest." He decided to have breakfast first and then go out for exercise.
Zhang Deming's son, Xiao Zhang, is a young and promising doctor. When he went home to visit his family last weekend, he noticed that his father's face was a little pale, and upon inquiry, he learned that he had been feeling dizzy and dizzy a lot. Xiao Zhang frowned and carefully inquired about his father's daily habits. When he learned that his father got up at 5:30 every morning to go out for morning exercises, Xiao Zhang's expression became serious.
"Dad, it may cause harm to your body if you get up early to exercise like this." Xiao Zhang explained, "The body function of the elderly is different from that of young people, and their blood pressure is low when they first wake up in the morning, and sudden strenuous exercise may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure, leading to dizziness and even fainting. "
Zhang Deming was a little disapproving: "I've been doing this for so many years, and there is no problem." Besides, isn't it often said that 'the early bird gets the worm'? "
Xiao Zhang patiently explained: "Dad, you are right, waking up early does have many benefits. But for older people, doing strenuous exercise immediately after waking up in the morning can do more harm than good. Medical studies have shown that the level of stress hormones in the body of the elderly will increase after waking up in the morning, and if they exercise immediately, it may increase the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. "
Hearing his son's words, Zhang Deming was thoughtful. He remembered that his neighbor Lao Li had a sudden cerebral hemorrhage some time ago because he got up early and exercised in the morning, and he is still being treated in the hospital. This incident made Zhang Deming begin to reconsider his living habits.
Xiao Zhang continued: "Dad, I suggest that you finish breakfast first, rest for a while and then exercise moderately. This will not only allow the body to fully wake up, but also provide the necessary energy for the next activities. "
Zhang Deming nodded and decided to try to change his habits. From that day on, he began to adjust his schedule and no longer go out to exercise when he gets up. He would eat a nutritious breakfast and then take a break at home to read the newspaper or listen to the radio. After about an hour, he would go for a walk or do some gentle exercise in a nearby park.
Gradually, Zhang Deming found that his physical condition had improved significantly. The dizziness that had plagued him for a long time was no longer frequent, and his mental state was much better than before. He began to realize how important a scientific and rational lifestyle is to the health of the elderly.
Zhang Deming's changes attracted the attention of his wife Wang Xiulan. As a retired bank employee, Wang Xiulan has always been concerned about her husband's health. She was delighted to find that her husband was not only more energetic, but also tempered.
Influenced by her husband, Wang Xiulan also began to pay attention to the morning schedule. She no longer urged Zhang Deming to get up early to exercise, but enjoyed a calm morning time with him. Together, they prepare a balanced breakfast and talk about their children, neighborhoods, or news hotspots. This relaxed and pleasant atmosphere has significantly improved the quality of life of the two seniors.
The changes of Zhang Deming and Wang Xiulan have also affected the friends around them. Their old neighbor, Uncle Li, is a retired worker who is keen on morning exercises. After hearing that Zhang Deming had changed his habits, Uncle Li was a little unimpressed at first. But when he saw that the mental state of Zhang Deming and his wife was getting better and better, he also began to rethink his lifestyle.
At Zhang Deming's suggestion, Uncle Li tried to adjust his work and rest time. Instead of stubbornly insisting on getting up at 4 a.m. to go to the park for tai chi, he chose to work out after breakfast. At first, Uncle Li was still a little uncomfortable, and he always felt that he would feel uncomfortable if he didn't exercise in the morning. But as time went on, he was pleasantly surprised to find that his sleep quality improved and he was more energetic during the day.
Zhang Deming's son, Xiao Zhang, was deeply relieved to see the changes in his father and neighbors. As a doctor, he knows that many older people often ignore the scientific way of life because of preconceived notions. He decided to use his expertise to hold a health talk for seniors in the community to share some tips for living for the elderly.
On the day of the lecture, the community room was packed with elderly people who had come to listen to the lecture. Xiao Zhang used easy-to-understand language, combined with vivid and interesting examples, to explain to everyone why the elderly should not get up too early to do strenuous exercise. He stressed that moderate exercise is indeed important for seniors, but choosing the right time and way is just as critical.
Xiao Zhang also mentioned that in addition to avoiding strenuous exercise in the morning, the elderly should also avoid waking up early and drinking strong tea or coffee on an empty stomach. These drinks may irritate the stomach, cause discomfort, and even aggravate stomach problems. He advises the elderly to drink weak tea in moderation after breakfast, which can be refreshing without causing damage to the stomach.
After the lecture, many elderly people said that they had benefited a lot. They have expressed that they want to adjust their living habits and arrange their work and rest time more scientifically. Zhang Deming and Wang Xiulan also attended the lecture, and after listening to their son's explanation, they became more confident in their new lifestyle.
Over time, the atmosphere of the entire neighborhood has changed. In the morning, the park is no longer crowded with elderly people who exercise in the morning at 4 or 5 o'clock in the morning, but instead a leisurely sports scene after 8 or 9 o'clock in the morning. The mental state of the elderly has generally improved, and community hospitals have reported that the accidents caused by early exercise have decreased significantly.
Zhang Deming and Wang Xiulan's lives have also become more colorful. Instead of focusing all their energy on morning exercises, they start trying new activities. For example, they signed up for a community-organized tai chi class and practiced it with other seniors around 10 a.m. every day. This not only exercises the body, but also strengthens the neighborhood relationship.
In addition, they have developed the habit of taking a nap after lunch. Xiao Zhang told his parents that a moderate nap is good for the physical and mental health of the elderly, relieving fatigue and improving work efficiency in the afternoon. But he also reminded parents that the nap time should not be too long, and it is generally appropriate to control it to about 30 minutes.
The changes in Zhang Deming and Wang Xiulan have also affected their children. Son Zhang and daughter Xiaoli have seen their parents' quality of life improve and have begun to pay more attention to their lifestyle. Although they are not yet old enough to pay special attention to their routines, the sooner good habits are formed, the better.
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