Challenge #4 - Daily Exercise

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Day 04: Enjoy 30 minutes of physical activity. Exercise is defined as any movement that makes your muscles work and requires your body to burn calories.There are many types of physical activity, including swimming, running, jogging, walking and dancing, to name a few.Being active has been shown to have many health benefits, both physically and mentally. It may even help you live longer.1. It Can Make You Feel HappierExercise has been shown to improve your mood and decrease feelings of depression, anxiety and stress.It produces changes in the parts of the brain that regulate stress and anxiety. It can also increase brain sensitivity for the hormones serotonin and norepinephrine, which relieve feelings of depression.Additionally, exercise can increase the production of endorphins, which are known to help produce positive feelings and reduce the perception of pain.Furthermore, exercise has been shown to reduce symptoms in people suffering from anxiety. It can also help them be more aware of their mental state and practice distraction from their fears.Interestingly, it doesn't matter how intense your workout is. It seems that your mood can benefit from exercise no matter the intensity of the physical activity.In fact, a study in 24 women who had been diagnosed with depression showed that exercise of any intensity significantly decreased feelings of depression (3).Metamorphus is an organization dedicated to helping people using modern day tools in a world that's always changing. Our goal is to provide a free and accessible resource to those suffering from mental health worldwide. Together, we can revolutionize the mental health crisis that is unfolding today with your help. You can expect helpful content like: - Daily Lifestyle Challenges- Introspective Interviews with Leading Professionals- Healthy Living Tips & Advice- Personal Mental Health Struggle StoriesPlease contact us if you would like to chat, feedback, and guest queries. Email - [email protected] - metamorphus.orgFollow Us on Social Media Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/metamorphus_org/Twitter - https://twitter.com/Metamorphus_OrgFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/Metamorphus.org/Mark Metry - https://www.instagram.com/markmetry/Brendan Cutuli - https://www.instagram.com/cutulib/

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