The benefits of exercise
There’s a lot going on in the world right now. Many people are staying home due to COVID-19. Schools are cancelling. It’s difficult for anyone to stay afloat right now. With that said, keeping track of your physical health is important during this crisis.
Eat right, diet, and most importantly, exercise. There are many reasons why exercise is important, and in this post, we’ll discuss a few of them.
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It’s Good for Your Brain
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Many people will work out because they want to look better physically. That’s a valid reason to work out, but another reason to do so is that exercise helps with mental health. When you work out, your brain releases endorphins that make you feel good. Working out helps with depression, anxiety, and various other mental health problems.
As you age, exercise can keep your looks and your health up, and it may be good to prevent cognitive decline as well. When you work out, you’re also treating your brain right.
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It Helps You Sleep
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Having trouble sleeping? One way you can fall asleep faster is to work out. While you should avoid too much exercise right before bed, doing it during any other part of the day can help you fall asleep faster, along with other life improvements such as better sleep rituals.
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It Wakes You Up
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While exercising can help you fall asleep at the end of the day, during the day, it can give you energy. A nice little jog or lifting some dumbbells may be good for you and better than any caffeine. You may be a little too tired to lift too much, but a short walk can energize you. Plus, that sun is great for you as well.
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It Can Increase Your Confidence
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One way working out can help you is by making you feel more confident. Confidence goes a long way in this world. It can be the difference between you nailing that interview or failing it. It can help you score that date. There are many reasons why confidence is important, and there are also many ways you can improve your confidence. Lifting weights and seeing results just makes you feel good, even if you’re not working out just to look better.
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It Helps You Make Friends
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When you work out, you may do so at a class, or find a gym buddy. As you do so, you may run into friends who you can connect with. Friendships are good for your mental and social health, and they hold you accountable as well. Speaking of accountability…
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Working Out Keeps You Accountable
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It can be hard to hold onto your goals. Life is stressful, and sticking to a goal is difficult as a result. Working out and staying on schedule can keep you accountable for other events in your life. Someone who is committed to a workout tries to go to the gym or do cardio whenever they can, regardless if they’re tired, having a difficult day, or are traveling.
This can bleed into your other aspects of your life. You may find yourself being more accountable for your finances, for keeping up with your friends, and improving your life.
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Other Health Benefits
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Obviously, exercise can help you live longer. Along with having a healthy lifestyle in other parts of your life, exercise can prevent heart disease, stroke, and other diseases. It can reduce pain and make you stronger. The benefits are numerous, and there are few drawbacks as long as you exercise with care.
Exercise when you can. Even if your gym has shut down, do it at home. Your body and mind will benefit.
About the author
Marie Miguel is a research and writing expert whose work focuses on health-related topics. Currently, she is contributing to the expansion and growth of the online mental health resource BetterHelp.com. With a dedication to addressing stigmas associated with mental health, she continues to target subjects related to wellbeing.