Reference; http://seino-1987.jp/blog/6624.html
Modified and translated by CFJA
Here, we will discuss “exercise” in the sense of activities that help people maintain their health. To stay healthy, it is generally believed that maintaining a state of moderate activity is beneficial.
“Exercise” refers to activities that provide appropriate stimulation to joints, muscles, and internal organs. Since ancient times, various methods of maintaining health through activity have been devised in different countries. Among these, one of the most representative exercises is yoga. Additionally, there are systematic exercise methods such as Tai Chi, Jikyōjutsu (bending and stretching exercises), Makko-ho (a set of four exercises for general health), and Hida-style Kyoken-jutsu (methods for training the body and mind). Furthermore, for individuals who are already physically healthy, martial arts and sports can also be considered forms of exercise.
If we broaden the definition, any physical movement could be classified as exercise. However, labor cannot necessarily be regarded as exercise. While labor might appear to involve physical movement, it is an activity that causes physical fatigue, making it difficult to classify as an activity that promotes health. That said, if labor contributes to a state of mental calm and well-being for an individual, it can be an exception.
In this section, we would like to define exercise as an activity that maintains a balance between the body and mind.
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