What are the mental health benefits of exercise? — The Academy Physical Therapy

What are the mental health benefits of exercise?

How is exercise good for my mental health?

Although I can speak briefly on this topic, as a health care provider it is important to work with other disciplines in order to create a comprehensive health plan for your patients.

Today we are going to bring in an expert psychotherapist to share some insights on the mental health benefits of exercise.

So without further ado I would like to introduce Kamila Tan. She is a psychotherapist who specializes in athlete mental health and high performance. 

“Some potential mental health benefits of exercise include:”

  1. Improved sleep

  2. Decreased anxiety and stress

  3. Mood balance

  4. Increased energy and stamina

  5. Increased alertness while performing tasks

Thank you, Kamila for sharing your time and expertise!

Big picture, get moving and stay moving for both your body and your brain!

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