The literature strongly supports the positive effects of physical activity on maintaining a healthy lifestyle and avoiding and treating health issues.

Beneficial impacts of physical activity on mental health, with studies examining the effects of both brief bouts of exercise and more extended periods of activity. All types of exercises are associated with a reduction in mental health condition for individuals, especially depression and anxiety, compared to individuals that does not exercise at all.

Numerous psychological effects, such as self-esteem, cognitive function, mood, depression, and quality of life, have been studied. According to general results, exercise enhances mood and self-esteem while decreasing stress tendencies, a factor known to aggravate mental and physical diseases.  

The concept of habitual physical activity serving a protective role against the development of mental health conditions is further bolstered by data suggesting that greater amounts of physical activity are associated with incrementally lower risk of mental health problems.

Exercise can be used as a management tool in mental health.

How to Overcome Some Obstacles: 

• start slowly and set small goals
• reward yourself for exercising
• try social exercise
• remind yourself that exercise can help you reset and feel better

Recommendations:

30-MINUTES OF MODERATE Cardiovascular EXERCISE at least 2-3 DAYS PER WEEK + INCLUDING resistance training.