CONNECTING EXERCISE WITH MENTAL HEALTH
Have you been struggling with depression or anxiety? Is it difficult to get out of bed in the morning? Do you find yourself self-isolating or no longer participating fully in work or hobbies? If you answered yes to any of these questions– we want you to know first and foremost that you’re NOT alone. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, 1 in 20 U.S. adults experiences serious mental illness each year, while 1 in 6 U.S. youths aged 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year. Mental health struggles are often stigmatized to the point where they can be challenging to talk about with friends, family, and even trusted medical professionals. We can’t stress enough how critical it is to seek help when you’re feeling symptoms of a mental illness. Mental health treatment, like therapy, medication, and self-care, has made recovery possible for so many. We at The Physiotherapy Center LTD. want you to know that you have options for your treatment– and you can get started on your recovery today by speaking to a medical professional. Once you have taken these first steps, you can also begin to make lifestyle changes that positively contribute to your mental health. Can you guess what one of the most influential behaviors we can adopt is? That’s right– exercise! It’s a proven fact that people who exercise regularly have better mental health and lower rates of mental illness. Exercise improves not only our mood, concentration, and alertness but also our cardiovascular and overall physical health.
If you don’t currently incorporate exercise into your weekly routine, you may be wondering how you can get started. Maybe you’re wondering how you can begin to get active when your mental illness can make even the smallest of tasks feel impossible. The good news for all of us is that it doesn’t take much to make a positive change. According to studies, low to moderate-intensity exercise is enough to enhance your mood and thinking patterns. You can start by going on a brisk walk around your neighborhood, taking up cycling, or going for a swim at your community pool. If you believe you could benefit from some extra assistance, don’t hesitate to give The Physiotherapy Center LTD. a call. We can design a customized exercise program to help you get out of a funk and into a new, happier phase of life. Sources: Mhstats • https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/exercise-and- mental-health
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