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BENEFITS OF EXERCISE ON MENTAL HEALTH

Distress vs Eustress

There are two different types of stress

-Eustress (Positive stress)

-Distress (Negative stress)

  • Physical fitness can reduce fatigue, improve concentration and focus, and enhance overall cognitive function and ability.

  • Exercise can produce endorphins and also enhance and improve a persons ability to sleep. 

  • 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. 

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