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5 Mental Health Benefits Of Exercise
Exercise benefits your mental health in several ways. Here's how
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Reduces stress
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Regular exercise increases the secretion of feel-good hormones like endorphins in the brain which helps tackle stress and anxiety
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Relaxes you
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Physical activity reduces skeletal-muscle tension and makes you feel more relaxed. It is also a good outlet for your frustration
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Improves sleep
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Exercising can help with a good night's sleep by improving sleep quality as your body gets tired after you exercise
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Improves resilience
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Exercise builds resilience and helps cope with stress in a healthy way. It's an excellent way to channelise stress and overcome emotional challenges
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Boosts self-esteem
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Exercising makes one feel good about themselves when they achieve goals. It helps boost self-esteem and increases confidence
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