WHY IS EXERCISING IMPORTANT FOR OUR BODY & GOOD FOR OUR MOOD!?!?

Why is excercising so important for both our physical well being, and our emotional well being?

These are some of the reasons :

Improved self-esteem is a key psychological benefit of regular physical activity. When you exercise, your body releases chemicals called endorphins. These endorphins interact with the receptors in your brain that reduce your perception of pain.

Endorphins also trigger a positive feeling in the body, similar to that of morphine. For example, the feeling that follows a run or workout is often described as "euphoric." That feeling, known as a "runner's high," can be accompanied by a positive and energizing outlook on life.

Endorphins act as analgesics, which means they diminish the perception of pain. They also act as sedatives. They are manufactured in your brain, spinal cord, and many other parts of your body and are released in response to brain chemicals called neurotransmitters..

Regular exercise has been proven to:

Reduce stress
Ward off anxiety and feelings of depression
Boost self-esteem
Improve sleep

Exercise also has these added health benefits:

It strengthens your heart.
It increases energy levels.
It lowers blood pressure.

Aside of all of that, I believe that because our ancient ancestors survived by repeating certain physical activities, such as hunting and running away from predators, it has become an evolutionary conditioning for our bodies to be constantly active. It's natural to us'. Even though times have changed, and we no longer have to do much of those physical activities to survive', our body still needs those kinds of stimulation in order to be working as best as it can.

So, whenever you are feeling down, a bit depressed, or just have a lot of negative energy to express, try having an intense work out, or do some yoga, or take a walk in nature! Follow that with a long soothing and calming shower, and chances are, you will feel just like new! ^-^

Just a thought-