Flatsnout Fitness Training by Paul Fiske & Paul Fiske

Author:Paul Fiske & Paul Fiske [Fiske, Paul]
Language: eng
Format: azw3
Publisher: Amazon
Published: 2016-04-22T00:00:00+00:00

Being constantly on the move and reducing time spent sitting down will help you to burn more calories.

Chapter 10 Exercise and Depression

What are the Psychological Benefits of Exercise for People With Depression? Improved self-esteem is a key psychological benefit of regular physical activity. When you exercise, your body releases chemicals called endorphins. These interact with the receptors in your brain and reduce your perception of pain.

Endorphins also trigger a positive feeling in the body, similar to that of morphine. For example, the feeling that follows a run or workout is often described as “euphoric”. That feeling, known as a “runner’s high,” can be accompanied by a positive and energising outlook on life.

Endorphins act as analgesics, which means they diminish the perception of pain. They also act as sedatives. Endorphins are manufactured in your brain, spinal cord and many other parts of your body, and are released in response to brain chemicals called neurotransmitters. The neurone receptors that endorphins bind to are the same ones that bind some pain medicines. However, the activation of these receptors by the body’s endorphins does not lead to the addiction or dependence people experience with morphine.

Regular exercise has been proven to: • Reduce stress

• Ward off anxiety and feelings of depression

• Boost self-esteem

• Improve sleep

Exercise also has the added health benefits of: • Strengthening your heart

• Increasing your energy levels

• Lowering your blood pressure

• Improving muscle tone and strength

• Strengthening and building bones

• Helping to reduce body fat

• Making you look fit and healthy

Research has shown that exercise is an effective but often underused treatment for people with mild to moderate depression.

ExERCISE AND DEPRESSION

It appears that any form of exercise can help with depression, including: • Biking

• Dancing

• Gardening

• Golf (walking instead of using the cart)

• Housework, especially sweeping, mopping or vacuuming

• Jogging at a moderate pace

• Low-impact aerobics

• Playing tennis

• Swimming

• Walking

• Yard work, especially mowing or raking

• Yoga

It is a good idea to join a group exercise class or personal fitness Training at Flatsnout boxing because strong social support is important for those with depression. In doing so, you will benefit from the physical activity and emotional comfort that comes with knowing that others are supportive of you.

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