Going to the gym could reduce anxiety by approximately 20%.

“…and when—I feel anxiety walking into a new gym, I do it anyway. I say, “Oh, yep, there it is” and move on. I know that even if my pits are sweaty, I’m okay, and that the hour ahead will be one of the best in my day. And it pretty much always is.”Full articleContinue reading “Going to the gym could reduce anxiety by approximately 20%.”

Active students enjoy better mental health and are less likely to feel lonely, according to new research

Active students rated their life satisfaction significantly higher than less active students, while also reporting higher levels of happiness, increased perception of social inclusion and higher grade expectations.Full article 👨‍🎓 https://www.ukactive.com/news/active-students-enjoy-better-mental-health-and-are-less-likely-to-feel-lonely-according-to-new-research/?utm_campaign=10554381_MR

Any activity that increases heart rate (even if only slightly) can reduce anxiety and calm the mind.

Almost any type of exercise can help to alleviate anxiety, but research has indicated that some types may be more antiolytic than others.Basically any form of exercise that gets the body moving stands a good chance of alleviating anxiety and calming the mind.Full article 💓 https://www.mentalhelp.net/blogs/how-exercise-can-reduce-anxiety/