Physical activity can be defined as any movement of the body that requires energy expenditure. It includes activities such as having a short walk or even cleaning your house. There’s many benefits to physical activity.As it helps reduce the risk of pulmonary diseases and obesity. Everyone knows that it helps prevent physical illnesses but it also assist with having a stable mental health. This is underestimated I feel by us of having an influence on mental health.
Many researches show that physical activity releases chemicals in our brains called endorphins. The release creates feelings of happiness and euphoria. It can boost self esteem which is very important and improves concentration levels. This all assists in having a stable mental well-being. Physical activity reduces the pressure of unhealthy prolonged cognitive activity as well. Studies have shown that exercise can alleviate symptoms of clinical depression. It could reduce anxiety sensitivity as well. Many health professionals have suggested exercise to helps with their physiological problems.
Other benefits include many we have known of. Exercise improves sleep patterns and reduce the chances of getting insomnia for example. As well as having a healthy appetite and better management of our feelings. It can reduce emotions of anger and frustration. I also discovered that having a healthy diet and moderate exercise can help shore up the brain against cognitive decline that begins after the age of 45. A simple run or walk around the park can have a big impact on us or other individuals. It could change your mental health and you might not even think about it. So go on a run or do half an hour of simple exercise cause it leaves with you a sense of achievement and have some stability mentally.
Mental Health Is Your Wealth 