How Exercise Affects Your Mood?

"It is exercise alone that supports the spirits, and keeps the mind in vigour."- Marcus Tullius Cicero What is wellbeing? Wellbeing is defined as ‘a positive physical, social and mental state’. In this article, we are focusing on mental wellbeing. Mental wellbeing does not have a single universal definition, but it does encompass several factors such as: The sense of feeling good about ourselves and being able to function well individually and/or even in relationshipsThe ability to deal with the ups and downs of life, such as coping with various challenges and making the most of such opportunitiesThe feeling of connection towards our community and surroundingsHaving control and freedom over our respective livesHaving a sense of purpose and feeling valued for the same Of course, mental wellbeing does not indicate being happy all the time, and it does not mean that you won’t experience negative or painful emotions, such as grief, loss, or failure, which are very much a part of normal life. However, whatever your age, being physically active can help you lead a mentally healthier life and can even improve your overall wellbeing. What impact does physical activity have on wellbeing? Physical activity has a huge potential to enhance our wellbeing. Even a short burst of 10 minutes’ brisk walking increases our mental alertness, energy and positive mood. Participation in regular physical activity can increase our self-esteem and can reduce stress ...
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