You will hardly observe a person who
does not understand why physical exercises are important for health and body.
Hence, not everyone knows there's a tight connection between physical activity
and mental health. Experimental observations show that regular physical
exercises can significantly improve mental health. However, a lack of exercise may lead to a
number of mental disorders. So, where is the connection between mental health
and exercising?
Based on a series of researches,
scientists suggested two theories explaining this connection. These are social
interaction and self-image theories. Social Interaction Theory shows the
relation between mental health and social aspects of sporting activities. That
indicates social relations between members of the team, team spirit, and mutual
support. Studies have explored that people unhappy with their body weight, and
those who are not engaged in sports are generally more subjected to various
mental disorders, like substance abuse, depression, aggression, and anxiety.
People engaged in sporting activities have a lower risk of developing such
disorders.
Self-Image Theory
Both adults and teens expect to have
slim and well-shaped bodies. Achieving this is possible with regular exercise.
Performing exercises are especially recommended for obese people. People
engaged in sporting activities usually, have slimmer and better-shaped bodies
which undoubtedly attract the attention and sometimes green eyes of other
folks. This, in turn, enhances self-esteem. People having higher self-esteem
merely have problems with mental health, that is not the case with overweight
people.
Boost Health and Life with Physical
Exercises.
Both theories expose that bodyweight perception has a direct impact on self-esteem and therefore mental
health. Physical exercises do not only help control weight but increase the
level of norepinephrine which is the hormone that handles stressful situations
when we face them. At the same time, we all know about endorphin which is known
as the 'hormone of happiness'.
Regular exercises are a
cost-effective and efficient way to improve physical and mental health. A
sedentary lifestyle and metabolic problems may lead to a number of mental
affections. If you want to avoid these problems, you need to review and change
your current lifestyle. Even minor developments to lifestyle will bring huge
positive changes. Unfortunately, people suffering from mental diseases do not
understand the positive aspects of sporting activities. Even minor, but regular
exercising (like dancing, evening walking, cycling, jogging, etc.) improves
sleep disorders and relieves stress. A popular proverb says a sound mind in a
sound body. So, if you want to have a sound mind start working on your body
now.
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