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5 Advantages Of Physical Activity As A Stress Reducer!
Chemical, physical, and emotional stress can cause many health problems but physical activity can reduce stress on and in the body.
Physical activity has been proven to be effective in stress management as compared to medications. The advantages of physical activity as a method to get rid of stress are the following:
- Cardio: The heart is strengthened by physical activity and thus lowering the risk of heart conditions due to stress including stroke, hypertension, and heart failure. Exercise keeps the heart pumping normally and improves circulation of blood in the body.
- Emotional Release: Physical activity serves as an outlet to release built up anger, stress, and a whole lot of negative feelings. It is also used to treat depression.
- Tranquility of Mind and Spirit; Exercise can also be meditative for a lot of people. The repetition and rhythm of the movements is therapy in itself, also called moving meditation.
- Deep and Sound Sleep: Increased physical activity results in having the body sleep easier and deeper. The body becomes fully rested and capable of healing which is a good sign in stress management.
- Relaxation of Tense Muscles: Exercise can also reduce stress in the body that cause migraines, back and joint pains.
For only a 15 to 30 minutes of each day, the body gets relaxed and rejuvenated to face the day ahead. Exercise does not only mean following the steps of an aerobic tape. It can be a brisk walk around your neighborhood or stretching exercises in your back yard. It would help to involve your family and friends which will not only help them physically but keep you motivated on doing it. Or exercise may also be a way for you to pamper yourself more and meditate. There are a lot of possibilities. It is up to you to choose.
Dr. Tony Garrow is a chiropractor in Wall, NJ for over 15 years. Visit his website at garrowch
