Exercise is something our bodies need on a daily basis to perform at optimal levels. It influences limitless functions to keep us healthy. It helps us detoxify our bodies through sweat, it helps build strong muscles and bones, it strengthens our lungs and heart, aids in our digestion, and helps regulate our sleep to name a few. But probably the most important and usually the least thought about is its role in brain and mental health. It clears out the cobwebs, ( amyloid plaque) it fertilizes the brain (BDNF) encourages neurogenesis, (growth of new brain cells) dramatically reduces depression and the risk of dementia and helps improve and strengthen memory. And this is just a tip of the iceberg! So remember, with exercise being one of THE best ways for working on your physical AND mental health, try not to skip your daily dose!
- Must Vary the intensity between low-med-High
- Try for a daily dose
- Seek good instruction
- Have a Post-workout recovery shake
- Sweat several times a week
- Do both weight bearing and cardio
