Mental benefits of Exercise

In this blog, We’re going to discuss the Mental benefits of Exercise, while addressing the psychological benefits too. It doesn’t have to be strenuous.

We all have a love hate relationship with Exercise don’t we?

Phrases like “No Pain, No Gain” make us squirm and almost fear the gym! We don’t want to go through pain to feel good!
BUT, you don’t have to always go through body aches and pains to feel like you’ve made a difference to yourself.
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1. Exercising releases endorphins! You feel happy and positive about yourself when this happens. Sounds good, right?
2. Working out is an overall Mood Booster. You will release tension. Less tension = less depression and stress.
3. Exercising causes your body to create more brain cells, believe it or not. And just like magic, your brain becomes more powerful and you gain a greater capacity for learning.
4. Sticking to your work out routine can most definitely improve your levels of discipline, dedication and your determination.
5. Did you know that bettering your fitness levels reduces anxiety? Using our energy effectively helps us to relax easier. Studies show that exercise can treat mild to moderate depression as effectively as antidepressant medication—but without the side-effects, of course.
6. Evidence suggests that by really focusing on your body and how it feels as you exercise, you can actually help your nervous system become “unstuck” and begin to move out of the immobilization stress response that characterizes PTSD or trauma. Instead of allowing your mind to wander, pay close attention to the physical sensations in your joints and muscles, even your insides as your body moves. Exercises that involve cross movement and that engage both arms and legs—such as walking (especially in sand), running, swimming, weight training, or dancing—are some of your best choices.
So, there you have it. Easy reasons to keep fit. Walking, Swimming, Yoga, Jogging or Running?

Do whatever YOU feel comfortable doing and reap the mental benefits of exercise.