The Session: Using Exercise as a Treatment for Depression; Or...Is Scott trying to put Tom out of Business?

Exercise, A Definite Treatment For Depression and Anxiety  (aka how to put Tom out of business)Is Scott really trying to put Tom out of business by discussing how exercise can replace therapy as a treatment for depression and anxiety?  You decide.   Matthew 6:33 But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. Research by the University of South AustraliaOccurrence· Millions of people are reporting depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditionsStudy in the British Journal Of Sports Medicine· Reviewed more than 1000 research trials examining the effects of physical activity· It showed exercise is more effective than medication or counseling· 150 minutes per week of various types of physical activity, such as brisk, walking, lifting weights, and aerobics, (SWIMMING???) can make a huge difference with depression, anxiety and psychological distress· Depression showed the most gains with exercise· Research also supported the more intense, the work out, the better the results· Long-term exercising is good for one’s mental healthBenefits from Exercise Versus Medication· Less expensive (WAIT WHAT?  HOW…)· Fewer side effects· Improved health· Improved body weight· Improved cardiovascular system· Improved Bone Health· Improved cognitive functioning Why It Works· Endorphins and dopamine are released in the brain.  There's Scott little friends again...· Dopamine, Noradrenaline and Serotonin are released in the brain Other Helps· The systems approach to treatment, impacting a relationship, impacts the depression· Improved Lifestyle· Better self talk· Improved self-concept· Eating a Balanced Diet· Developing a support system around you  To reach Tom Russell, please call 419-709-8447, email Tom at [email protected], or visit his website at https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com