A Little Goes a Long Way

Physical Exercise

Physical activity evokes cardiorespiratory fitness. Studies support that Cardiorespiratory fitness has been shown to help improve mental health (Janssen et, al.,2020).

Benefits

Exercise reduces high blood pressure, weight management, reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes, stroke, heart disease, and various cancers. Physical activity that is practiced 30 min per day and replaces sedentary behavior reduces the mortality risk from cardiovascular disease by 24%. (Bentlage et al., 2020)

Exercises for Mental Health

Exercise such as sports, running, and other forms of exercise can help improve your mental health. Other activities can be things such as everyday chores at home. For example, cleaning the house, walking your dog, and gardening.

Source: Mayo Clinic (Depression and Anxiety)