We all know that exercise is good for us, but why don’t we do it regularly?
So, it turns out that us humans have evolved to be energy-efficient machines. Back in the day, food wasn’t always easy to come by, so we had to make sure we conserved our energy to survive when times were tough. But now, in modern times, this can actually make us lazy, which isn’t so great for our health.
Exercise is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Not only does it improve physical fitness, but it also has a positive impact on mental health. Here are some of the best reasons to exercise and the benefits of hormone release:
Reason 1: Boosts Endorphins
Endorphins are the body’s natural painkillers and are known to create a sense of pleasure and happiness. Exercise stimulates the release of endorphins, which can lead to a feeling of euphoria.
#This can help reduce stress and anxiety, improve mood, and increase self-esteem.
Reason 2: Reduces Cortisol
Cortisol is a hormone that is released when the body is under stress. Too much cortisol can lead to weight gain, high blood pressure, and other health problems.
Exercise helps to reduce cortisol levels, which can help decrease stress and improve overall health.
Reason 3: Increases Dopamine
Dopamine is a hormone that is associated with pleasure and reward. Exercise can increase dopamine levels, which can lead to a feeling of satisfaction and motivation. This can help improve focus, increase productivity, and enhance overall well-being.
Reason 4: Releases Serotonin
Serotonin is a hormone that is associated with feelings of happiness and well-being. Exercise can help to release serotonin, which can lead to a sense of calm and joy. This can help reduce anxiety and depression, improve sleep, and increase overall happiness.
When engaging in physical activity we simply feel better and there are numbers of reasons for that:
- we are feeling more energized
- improvement of overall appearance will come
- when increasing muscle mass with time, we will burn more calories at rest
- we will decrease risk of illness by 30-50% and therefore increase life spam
- it will keep us focused and more aware of the body, mind and breath
- exercise will speed up recovery from injuries and surgery
- with time we will build up cardiovascular endurance
- we will see improvement in flexibility
- as we start to eat more consciously, we will increase body mass
- our ability to cope with stress will go up
- exercise will improve our quality of sleep
- regular activity will increase resistance to fatigue
- it will give us feeling of daily, weekly accomplishment
- exercise will strengthen heart muscle
- it will decrease risk of heart attack
- we will improve circulation and oxygen/nutrient transportation through the body
- exercise improve posture
- it will help us loose weight and keep it off
- helps prevent back problems and back pain
I am sure there are other reasons to exercise and to be engaged in physical activity so let not postpone great habit and start from today.