The brain is the most important part of our body. One of the best ways we can take care of it is through exercise. Why is exercise good for you?
Exercise can take various forms depending on whatever a person is comfortable with.
Some people like to work out at the gym or play a sport, do yoga, take aerobics classes or do a combination of these.
Whatever the exercise is, a good cardio workout is essential. A good cardio workout will get the blood and oxygen circulating to your brain, nourishing and stimulating it. You will notice that your mind is clearer, more alert and sharper after exercising.
Exercise will not only give your brain a healthy dose of oxygen, but will give your body a chance to sweat and remove toxins as well.
You also get to stretch and move your body and keep it limber and coordinated.
Exercise will also cheer you up and improve your mood and outlook.
It is a great stress buster!
My top 5 neuropsychological Stress Busters:
1. Physical exercise in whatever form. Exercise increases blood flow (and oxygen) to the brain, stimulating and energizing it. Stretching, twisting and moving your body keeps away the aches and pains of stiff joints.
2. Breathing deeply. This not only puts more oxygen in your brain but also has a calming effect on it.
3. Taking breaks as often as needed & short naps if possible.
4. Eating well but only just enough so that you do not overeat and gain unnecessary weight.
5. Taking a few minutes each day to reflect and meditate. A good way to end each day is to go over three things or events that day for which you are grateful.