No matter how much of your fitness experience and exercise knowledge you have, fitness can have a positive impact on your overall health and quality of life. In addition to the more well-known benefits of exercise, there are many ways physical activity can help us discover our greatest potential and live our best lives!
Here are 5 ways regular exercise can add to your overall health and improve your quality of life, giving you a better life.
Top 5 Benefits Of Fitness
[ 1 ] It Gives More Energy
Imagine waking up to your favorite cup of coffee in the morning and feeling how much energy you have for the whole day. This is how your body feels when you move on a consistent basis. Exercise effectively increases blood flow to every part of your body, including your brain.
It increases the flow of oxygen which helps stimulate the process of producing energy within your cells. Thus, giving you a healthier spike in energy than your daily cappuccino. Best of all, your fitness training can be creative, full of variety, and adapted to your unique lifestyle! So, instead of reaching early for a cup of caffeine, start your day with some functional activity and ride the wave of good energy all day long!
[ 2 ] IT HELPS FLEX YOUR MENTAL MOJO
We all have those moments in life where it feels like we're not as mentally sharp as we should be, or that we're operating in a fog that we can't escape.
However, when we increase our physical activity, we simultaneously increase our mental acuity. Scientists have found that one of the most important benefits of exercise is that it promotes the creation of new brain cells and this process is called neurogenesis and effectively helps our brain to stay strong and fit! So, if you want to improve your mental health, start with your daily activities and reap the benefits of both mental and physical health.
[ 3 ] IT HELPS REDUCE STRESS AND ALLEVIATE ANXIETY
There are many factors that we deal with in our daily lives which can add up to unwanted stress. From work-related stress to environmental issues, there doesn't seem to be an end to the psychological and emotional sandbags that seem to get us down.
But don't worry, there's good news! That when we engage in regular physical activity our brain releases ENDORPHINS, our body's natural secret weapon to defeat both stress and anxiety! Exercise triggers the release of these neurotransmitters from the brain which act as the body's natural mood boosters and pain relievers. While it may seem like stress can be unavoidable at times, it can definitely be defeated with a little good ole exercise!
[ 4 ] IT STRENGTHENS MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE!
It's true that exercise can build stronger muscles, help tone your body, and get you ready to hit a new PR on your next 5k! Yet, did you know that it also strengthens your immune system and internal organs equally? When we exercise, it increases the production of white blood cells that act as our body's internal soldiers fighting off harmful bacteria and viruses.
Similarly, by including physical activities in your routine, you are also strengthening the most important organs of your body; Your heart Cardio-focused workouts such as jogging, biking, hiking, or swimming can help lower blood pressure and reduce harmful plaque buildup, which can lead to cardiac arrest or heart failure. Preventive measures like daily physical activity can not only make things fun, but they can also help you stay healthy and strong inside and out!
5. IT HELPS CREATE INTERPERSONAL CONNECTIONS
The hormones released during a workout session, such as endorphins, make you feel better and have a lasting effect on your overall well-being, even after you leave the gym. Studies show it has a positive effect on social connectedness, creating healthy, helpful interactions with others. So, grab a friend and multiply the benefits of exercise together!
The benefits of fitness on our overall health and well-being are numerous and can add tremendous value to our overall quality of life. So, if you want your day to be even a little brighter, try adding a few powerful minutes of functional movement to the agenda and bask in the glory of your best self!
Theodore Savage is the Director of Health and Fitness for Planet Fitness World Headquarters and oversees fitness programming for all Planet Fitness locations across the country. She is a CPT and has been featured on several social media fitness platforms such as United We Move (Facebook) and Moving in the Morning (CTV Morning, Instagram). She is passionate about connecting the dots between FUN and fitness and pushing the envelope of creativity and color within the fitness industry.
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