Our bodies are designed to move in various ways and each movement impacts our blood and lymphatic circulation, breathing and even our nervous system. It is well known that exercise can deliver increased amounts of oxygen to all our body cells and help in the process of oxidation, in which the sick and weak cells are destroyed and replaced with new, healthier cells. After exercise, most people feel more alive and pleasant, mainly because of higher oxygenation. You can measure your blood oxygen saturation level using pulse oximetry, which is a noninvasive way of measuring oxygen saturation in blood. The readings are measured as SpO2, which is “peripheral oxygen saturation.” Normally, the sensors are placed on the fingertip or earlobe or, for an infant, across the foot. You can pursue different avenues of exercises and activities depending on your individual physical conditions and needs. These could include running, hiking, swimming, dancing, rebounding, walking, yoga asanas, sports (such as soccer, tennis or hockey) or aerobic exercises. It is always best to start slowly and then gradually build your intensity to increase your heartbeat and breathing rate to your optimum level. It is best to avoid extended periods of intense exercise, as this may lead to excessive oxidative stress, which is counter-productive. This is due to the creation of an imbalance between the production of free radicals in our bodies and their antioxidant defense systems. Although free radicals are essential to life (because they help to deliver energy, regulate certain chemicals in the body and kill bacteria, fungi and viruses), their excessive production could lead to cell damage in different ways. Free radical damage has been linked to various degenerative diseases which lead to premature aging and a compromised immune system. Our body’s antioxidant system, however, is designed to fight off the free radicals by providing a greater tolerance to oxidative stress. Foods high in antioxidants such as vitamin A, C and E, zinc and selenium are often recommended to boost our body’s antioxidant reserves. Some foods high in antioxidants based on the ORAC score (Oxygen Radical Absorption Capacity) are raw cacao, pecans, wild blueberry, elderberry, cranberries, artichoke, kidney beans, blackberries and cilantro. There are many other foods that are equally high in antioxidants, such as turmeric. I highly recommend that you select an activity that you can carry out with some degree of intensity (depending on your physical capability). For some, this could be a brisk walk for thirty minutes or a run for twenty minutes, or even sixteen minutes of rebounding. Other activities, such as thirty minutes of gardening or swimming, or even housecleaning could do the trick. It is best to monitor your blood oxygen level before and after your activity to assess your progress. Also, consider taking some spring water and foods rich in antioxidants immediately after your exercise. This will help to replenish your body’s immediate energy and protein needs. Watch this video on Rebounder Workout.