Physical activity has always been given a lot of importance in health related issues, so we can even be justified in saying that stress is the direct result of how well we have maintained our physical health. Stressful experiences lead to weight change, and I do believe that the control button to these changes is so very much within us.
Importance of exercise
Exercise can actually ward off many kinds of mental health problems even before they start raising their heads. Research tells us that exercise can improve the symptoms of existing emotional and mental health issues. We evaluate mental health issues like stress with psychological factors and people land up with psychiatrists, psychologists and therapists for stress relief. It is only now that exercise is being recognized as the official part of the treatment for mental health issues.
Exercise alleviates depression
The main issue with stress is that it takes you into a level of depression and makes you redundant in your main activity level.
Signs of depression
The main signs which take over when stress overwhelms us are fatigue, lethargy, decreased energy, insomnia, social withdrawal.
Changes in thought patterns
Stress causes a lack of concentration, indecisiveness, confusion, disorganisation and memory issues. On the other hand if we look at what exercise can do for us to eliminate these negative factors is amazing.
Promotes positivity
It enhances the well being of the body especially for those who feel mentally fit, improves moods, energy levels and quality of sleep.
Boost to immune system
As the mood gets elevated, it heightens the natural metabolism within us.
Promotes confidence
Since it helps us lose weight, tones the body, maintains a healthy glow. This naturally uplifts the self confidence.
Source of social support
When you join a yoga class or any group activity class like it maybe a spinning class or perhaps dancing, it boosts to stress release.
Overall health benefits
Regular exercise facilitates a lower heart rate, controlled blood pressure, improved respiration, reduces depression and increases energy level.
Better self worth
Looking good makes you feel good. We can say that more than half the battle of life’s joyfulness is won, when you facilitate your own feel good factor.
Social phobias
These are hugely generated by stress. Regular exercise like swimming, cycling, aerobic exercise, running etc, these all help in alleviating stress by improving overall health condition.
Before you start a strict physical discipline for yourself, I would suggest, you consult your medical doctor. Consulting your dietician is also imperative. We are all unique individuals and require personal plans for ourselves.
Stay patient and consistent with your plan. Enjoy results
(Singh is a Chandigarh-based psychotherapist)
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