Feeling down? Feeling like you need a change? Working out and participating in sports can benefit you both mentally and physically. With the colder months approaching, it is important to understand how the gloomy, dreary days can impact your mental health.
Not only is working out good for your body because you stay in shape, but the mental health benefits due to exercise causes your brain to release ‘feel good’ chemicals like endorphins and serotonin that help improve your mood. If your mood is improved, you are more likely to continue to workout and get in better shape. Things like going on a mini run or walking your dog around the neighborhood are examples of small workouts that can benefit you. That may be hard to do during the winter months, but you can always find a workout video with no weights on Prime or YouTube. There are plenty of fitness gurus out there who create routines to give you a sweat in as little as 20 minutes.
Doing physical activity can also distract you from negative thought patterns. Working out and doing sports gives you a sharper mind and a healthier body for years to come and a great satisfying value within yourself. Playing sports lets you learn how to exercise in a way you want to and also lets you meet new people that can be a good response to your mental health. People believe that physical health is the main key of sports/working out but mental health also plays a big role in it. If you don’t have a good mental mindset your body won’t let you do the physical stuff that you want to do and research indicates that modest amounts of exercise can make a real difference. According to Helpguide.com you get better sleep, higher self-esteem, sharper memory and thinking from exercising. Taking one step at a time in the exercise industry is good, so you build up more mental and physical ability and agility to work to the best ability you want to be in life.
In conclusion, if you’re feeling down, go for a walk, get some exercise, and sweat out the sadness. Working out is essential for your physical and mental health as it can bring out the best in you.
