Did you know regular exercise helps maintain good physical and mental health? 30 minutes a day is all you need to reset your attitude.
When you go for a walk it’s not just your body that benefits. Here are some great reasons for walking that confirms that walking will create and maintain a healthy mind.
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Reduces Stress. One of the most common mental health benefits of exercise is stress relief, as exercise increases concentrations of brain chemicals that moderate our response to stress.
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Boosts ‘feel good’ chemicals. Exercise releases endorphins which creates feelings of happiness and euphoria.
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3) Alleviates Anxiety. The chemicals that are released during and after exercise can help people with anxiety maintain their sense of calm.
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4) Increases Relaxation. A moderate workout can be the equivalent of a sleeping pill, even for people with insomnia.
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5) Improves Self-Worth. Physical fitness can boost self-worth and improve your self-image in a positive and active way.
A cheap alternative to anti-depressant medication is to exercise and be amongst nature. A cheap alternative to weight loss pills is to eat clean and simple because then you don’t need to count the calories.