BENEFITS OF EXERCISE ON MENTAL HEALTH
Distress vs Eustress
There are two different types of stress
-Eustress (Positive stress)
-Distress (Negative stress)
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Physical fitness can reduce fatigue, improve concentration and focus, and enhance overall cognitive function and ability.
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Exercise can produce endorphins and also enhance and improve a persons ability to sleep.
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Certain types of exercises such as aerobic exercise can decrease tension, enhance and stabilize mood, improve sleep, and improve self-esteem.
Physical Fitness and Mental Health
Role of Professional Personal Trainer
As a personal trainer it is in their profession to be able to not only care for the physical aspect of a person but also the mental aspect. A personal trainer must develop methods in order for a person to reduce stress and anxiety levels. In return this would allow a person to have a more stable connection with normal physical and cognitive functions.