6 Reasons Exercise Is Good For Your Mental Health
Team KOS, 2 December 2021
How important is your mental well-being to you?
In today’s busy world, we often forget about our mental well-being. Just like we care for our physical health, our mental health deserves attention, too. Life’s ups and downs can sometimes throw us off balance, but there’s a simple solution: exercise. We’ll show you why it matters and share practical insights from our members. Join us on this journey to better mental health through exercise
Sharper memory and thinking
Exercise can boost our memory and thinking by improving sleep and mood and reducing stress and anxiety. Problems in these areas frequently cause or contribute to cognitive impairment.
Higher self-esteem
Regular exercise positively influences our self-esteem and how we view ourselves. It can also enhance our mood.
Better sleep
Exercise improves sleep quality. It increases the overall amount of time you spend asleep and the amount of time you spend in slow-wave sleep, aka deep sleep. Slow-wave sleep is the most restorative stage of sleep.
Help with depression and anxiety
Mood-enhancing chemicals called endorphins are released into your bloodstream during and after being active. These are the body’s natural painkillers and are responsible for the ‘feel good’ factor. They also help to relax muscles and relieve tension in the body. Also, when you’re exercising, your mind focuses on achieving the goals you set out for the workout and not the negative thoughts that are usually lingering.
Connecting with people
When you join a group class, doing team activities can help you meet new and like-minded people. It is a great avenue to make new friends.
Introduce a feeling of personal achievement
Goal setting is a great way to improve your mental agility by providing a sense of achievement after having accomplished a goal.
Some comments made by our trainees:
- “The gym is my happy place”
- “Boxing helps relieve my stress”
- “I am able to express my frustrations through boxing”
- “The only time my mind is free is when I come to the gym”
- “Boxing is my coping mechanism”
- “Good outlet for mental health”
- “Boxing has helped me so much in terms of confidence and mental health”
Before we wrap up, we’d like to share some inspiring stories from our community. Two of our KOS members, Vishnu and Priscilla, have embarked on their own journey to support mental well-being. Vishnu’s Trident Therapy and Priscilla’s Range Counselling Services are here to lend a helping hand. Don’t hesitate to contact them if you’re seeking guidance because, as we’ve emphasized throughout this article, your mental health is a priority.
https://tridenttherapy.com/is-therapy-for-me/
Email: hello@rangecounsellingservices.com
For more information on our rates and how you can join our community, visit our Schedule + Rates page. Together, let’s prioritize our well-being and support one another.
6 Reasons Exercise Is Good For Your Mental Health
Team KOS, 2 December 2021
How important is your mental well-being to you?
In today’s busy world, we often forget about our mental well-being. Just like we care for our physical health, our mental health deserves attention, too. Life’s ups and downs can sometimes throw us off balance, but there’s a simple solution: exercise. We’ll show you why it matters and share practical insights from our members. Join us on this journey to better mental health through exercise
Sharper memory and thinking
Exercise can boost our memory and thinking by improving sleep and mood and reducing stress and anxiety. Problems in these areas frequently cause or contribute to cognitive impairment.
Higher self-esteem
Regular exercise positively influences our self-esteem and how we view ourselves. It can also enhance our mood.
Better sleep
Exercise improves sleep quality. It increases the overall amount of time you spend asleep and the amount of time you spend in slow-wave sleep, aka deep sleep. Slow-wave sleep is the most restorative stage of sleep.
Help with depression and anxiety
Mood-enhancing chemicals called endorphins are released into your bloodstream during and after being active. These are the body’s natural painkillers and are responsible for the ‘feel good’ factor. They also help to relax muscles and relieve tension in the body. Also, when you’re exercising, your mind focuses on achieving the goals you set out for the workout and not the negative thoughts that are usually lingering.
Connecting with people
When you join a group class, doing team activities can help you meet new and like-minded people. It is a great avenue to make new friends.
Introduce a feeling of personal achievement
Goal setting is a great way to improve your mental agility by providing a sense of achievement after having accomplished a goal.
Some comments made by our trainees:
- “The gym is my happy place”
- “Boxing helps relieve my stress”
- “I am able to express my frustrations through boxing”
- “The only time my mind is free is when I come to the gym”
- “Boxing is my coping mechanism”
- “Good outlet for mental health”
- “Boxing has helped me so much in terms of confidence and mental health”
Before we wrap up, we’d like to share some inspiring stories from our community. Two of our KOS members, Vishnu and Priscilla, have embarked on their own journey to support mental well-being. Vishnu’s Trident Therapy and Priscilla’s Range Counselling Services are here to lend a helping hand. Don’t hesitate to contact them if you’re seeking guidance because, as we’ve emphasized throughout this article, your mental health is a priority.
https://tridenttherapy.com/is-therapy-for-me/
Email: hello@rangecounsellingservices.com
For more information on our rates and how you can join our community, visit our Schedule + Rates page. Together, let’s prioritize our well-being and support one another.
