Connect your mind and body through exercise
by GoMedii Technologies Health ConsultantFeel-Good Activities:
You’ll always hear
yourself or someone else says “I feel so good after that workout”. But how many
times will you intentionally work out to “feel good”. More often than not,
you’ll work out to stay fit, lose weight, get your quota of cardio in for the
day and so on – these are your physical reasons to workout. But if you think
about it, exercise does as much for your mind (if not more) than it does for
your body.
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Stress Relief:
A good workout almost melts away any stress
and anxiety from the day and leaves you feeling calmer and more relaxed. An
increase in serotonin (the happy chemical) helps to moderate the brain’s response
to stress. Exercise also works as a form of meditation in that you are focusing
on the workout and not on your cause for anxiety and stress.
Improved Mood:
Exercise triggers endorphins in the brain.
These send happy messages to the rest of your body which in turn help you relax
and feel good about yourself. Often just knowing you’ve done something good for
your body can also put you in a good mood.
Improves Self-Esteem:
A good workout is a positive step towards your body – this in itself increases self-confidence and
makes you feel good about yourself and your body. Improved self-esteem is a
mood enhancer.
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Better Sleep:
A good night’s sleep is always the magic
“pill” to improved mood, better mental focus and a better ability to deal with
stress and anxiety. A good workout will more often than not, offer a solid
night’s sleep.
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Feeling Grounded and “Earthed”:
Any outdoor physical
activity in fresh air leaves you feeling more connected with the Earth we live
in and again is a form of meditation. Activities that allow you to be barefoot
help in allowing your mind to feel grounded and at one with nature. Swimming in
the ocean can leave you feeling happy, positive and aligned with our planet.
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