5 Emotional Benefits Of Exercising: Better Mood And Health

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Whether you are thinking about starting your fitness journey, are already in it, and want to know more about the benefits exercising can offer to your emotional health then you are at the right place! 

Exercising has so many benefits for your body! The rewards don’t even stop at the physical level but also have emotional benefits. 

Most people think exercising just makes your muscles bigger or leans out your body, but it does SO much more! Exercising is great for overall health. You will see improvements in your sleep, in your mood, in your social life, and even in your confidence! 

If you are still on the fence and don’t believe me then keep reading because I guarantee after you are done reading this post you will want to get out and do some jumping jacks to boost your mood! 

What are the emotional benefits of exercising

Increased Mood 

Stress Management Increases 

Improved Energy Levels 

Increased self esteem

Reduced anxiety and depression 

Boosted Mood

I can assume you all have heard that while exercising there are special little chemicals that are released in your body called endorphins and that there is also the special chemical called serotonin and oxytocin also known as the love hormone that is released as well. 

All these special chemicals and SO many more mixed either during your exercising or are released after all help you to feel better and happier! 

You don’t have to even be doing extreme physical activity like lifting your max weight or doing cross fit, the benefits of these endorphins can be released even while hiking in nature (which I would highly suggest because the soothing sights of God’s creating it has proven to elevate happiness as well, double win-win)!

Not only does exercising release feel-good chemicals in your brain but also getting regular physical activity can help you sleep better.

 I don’t know about you but when I do not get enough good sleep I am not a happy camper. 

Stress Management Increases

One of the main ways exercising helps with stress management is through those special little chemicals we talked about in the above paragraph. 

Believe it or not, your body’s emotional regulation can greatly be improved through physical activity. It might take a little trial and motivation to get to a consistent schedule but I PROMISE you you will see a difference in your stress levels and emotional control! 

Getting regular physical activity also helps to reduce your stress hormone cortisol. Therefore exercising = feel good hormones increasing and bad hormones decreasing! 

Improved Energy Levels

This emotional benefit is also paired with physical ones as well. While exercising your body receives a lot more oxygen and blood which carries nutrients to your muscles which in turn helps you feel more energized to tackle the daily tasks ahead of you. 

So instead of grabbing that afternoon coffee or energy drink try going for a quick walk or doing some jumping jacks! 

Increased Self Esteem

Working out can help create muscle and slim the body down which can help boost confidence in your appearance raising your self-esteem. Exercising regularly also just helps you feel better about yourself with all the feel-good hormones and stress reduction it creates! 

Being able to accomplish certain physical tasks also can create a sense of accomplishment which of course will boost your self-esteem. 

Reduced Feelings of Anxiety

*this is not a medical diagnosit or treatment, if you are experiencing feelings of prolonged anxiety and depression please seek a medical professional

Partaking in a dance class a scenic kayak ride or even an intense lifting session can help reduce feelings of anxiety! Ever heard people say they are going for a run when they are super stressed or need to clear their heads? Thats because exercising is so so so beneficial to your emotions and mind! 

All of those happy chemicals that are released in your brain combined with elevated stress management regulation and increased confidence in oneself can help to decrease feelings of anxiety. 

That goes to say though if you are extremely suffering from anxiety and nothing is working please seek out professional help there is nothing bad or wimpy about seeking out help when you need it! 

As you have read exercising is one of the best things you could do for your body and mind. There are so many benefits to your emotional health that many people overlook when they think about physical activity. 

Now’s your chance to get out there and reap the rewards just like everyone else who is engaging in regular physical activity. Don’t wait now is your time you came across this post for a reason! 

I wish you all the love and happiness along your fitness journey! 

Lots of Love, 

Miranda❤️️