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It has been prove by researchers that there is a string link between mood ad exercise. Exercise helps us boost our endorphins aka our happy hormones. But, which exercises are the best?
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High-intensity interval training includes workouts which have a much higher intensity than regular workout. Most of the exercise include equipment and weight training. HIIT can help push you body in a very short amount of time. A 10 to 20 minutes exercise can help your body release a rush of feel good hormones.
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Running is good for both your cardiovascular health and your mood. Research says that it ensures maximum endorphin release so much so that runners may experience a certain level if 'happy feeling' called runner's high. It is a high impact exercise. Even if you run for a duration o 10 to 15 minutes, you will feel the impact it has in your mood.
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Yoga is a much slower workout but research says that it helps release a brain chemical called gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). This chemical can help reduce symptoms of anxiety and improve your mood. Yoga may be a slower exercise than compared to running or HIIT but it is very effective on both mind and body. Its gradual pace can help your mind and body feel at peace thereby helping you feel happier and positive.
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Dance may be the most fun way to keep your body fit. If you ever get bored of workouts like weight training, yoga or Pilates, you can immediately switch to dance. Dancing engages your entire body, increase your heart rate, helps you groove to the beat of the music, can help spread body positivity. It is less like an exercise and more like a celebration.
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If you ever feel intimidated at a gym do not worry, it is a common feeling shared by many people. However, group activities are not like that. It will help you get over the feeling of 'gymtimidation'. Happiness is contagious so, when you work out together in coordination with a group, it will boost your feel good hormones. It is almost like dancing, only with exercise.
