You know that exercise does your body good, but youre too busy and stressed to fit it into your routine. Hold on a second — theres good news when it comes to exercise and stress. Virtually any form of exercise, from aerobics to yoga, can act as a stress reliever. If youre not an athlete or even if youre downright out of shape, you can still make a little exercise go a long way toward stress management. Discover the connection between exercise and stress relief — and why exercise should be part of your stress management plan. Exercise and stress relief Exercise increases your overall health and your sense of well-being, which puts more pep in your step every day. But exercise also has some direct stress-busting benefits. It pumps up your endorphins. Physical activity helps to bump up the production of your brains feel-good neurotransmitters, called endorphins. Although this function is often referred to as a runners high, a rousing game of tennis or a nature hike also can contribute to this same feeling. Its meditation in motion. After a fast-paced game of racquetball or several laps in the pool, youll often find that youve forgotten the days irritations and concentrated only on your bodys movements. As you begin to regularly shed your daily tensions through movement and physical activity, you may find that this focus on a single task, and the resulting energy and optimism, can help you remain calm and clear in everything that you do. It improves your mood. Regular exercise can increase self-confidence and lower the symptoms associated with mild depression and anxiety. Exercise also can improve your sleep, which is often disrupted by stress, depression and anxiety. All this can ease your stress levels and give you a sense of command over your body and your life.
Posted on: Tue, 02 Dec 2014 09:24:50 +0000
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