Human beings were meant to move - a lot. We cannot deny the fact that our genetic blueprint was formed back when our ancient ancestors had to survive that harshest of conditions. Being highly active stimulated chemicals that told the body's operating systems that strength, endurance and health was needed for example to feed a family.
Once hard physical activity slowed or stopped it meant that the family now could feed and fend for itself and the work of reproduction for survival of the species had been done. This meant that humans that were no longer productive had to make room for the next generation. That is the way of nature.
Our genes have not changed, but our modern world has changed a great deal. Technology and mechanization has meant that almost every scrap of physical activity has been removed from our lives leaving our bodies without the mechanism to remain healthy. Sedentary lifestyles mean our bodies can't operate as they were designed to operate affecting not only our physical health but our mental health as well.
The soothing body chemicals that nature meant us to use as natural calming agents don't get a chance to work their daily magic if we don't stimulate them through vigorous exercise. This affects our moods, our happiness, motivation and our pleasure in living. Research has proved that inactive people have twice the risk of becoming depressed.
Some of the benefits of a proper exercise program in treatment for depression are as follows:
People have reported that when they exercise they experienced:
• thinking more clearly, feeling happier and better about themselves
• an increased positive mood, a sense of well-being
• weight loss and improved strength and vigor
• reduced stress, anger and fatigue
• an increased motivation along with greater self esteem
• felt less negative and pessimistic
• less nervousness, anxiety and better sleep
• looking and feeling younger
• greater self confidence
There is increasing evidence proving that exercise plays a vital role in uplifting depression, increasing energy and renewing vitality. Some doctors are prescribing an exercise routine instead of, or in addition to medications. An exercise program could well be the cheapest and most available anti depressant and according to research, is as effective as any drug is for healing depression.
Depression can make it hard to be motivated to get moving, so seek the help of a fitness professional to help you get started and ensure you are exercising correctly and safely. They will also monitor your progress which will keep your motivation levels high.
Although it may be a few months until the full beneficial effects of your exercise program kick in there will be immediate 'feel good' feelings each time you exercise which will make you happier and keep your mind trouble free.
You will also get more energy exercising and have a better more positive outlook on yourself and your life. If you do not already appreciate all of the wonderful things in your life you just might start.Email me for details: freediabetictips@gmail.com
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