Working Out
Scientists have found that regular participation in aerobic exercise has been shown to decrease overall levels of tension, elevate and stabilize mood, improve sleep, and improve self-esteem. About five minutes of aerobic exercise can begin to stimulate anti-anxiety effects. - adaa.org
Thus far for aerobic exercise (cardio, when your heart rate goes up), seems to be more important for brain function and stress management.
~ Amount of exercise per week for brain benefits: 3-4 times per week at least 30 minutes per session with elevated heart rate. - timestamped segment from TED talk by Dr. Wendy Suzuki (Neuroscientist)
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