BODY

Optimising the body leads to better physical health but also better outcomes for the brain. Whether it is weight training, aerobics, yoga or meditation, our body and mind will perform better and get countless benefits such as: 

• Improved mood – being physically active releases dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin. These brain chemicals play an important role in regulating mood and making us feel good!

• Increased energy – some people believe that being physically active will make them feel tired when in fact it is the opposite. Start your day with a long walk or a run in the morning and you will see what we mean!

• Increase self-confidence: Achievements in physical activity can give us the confidence we are looking for in other parts of our life. Reaching goals at the gym or yoga or any other physical activities, help to prove to ourselves that we have the ability to tackle our goals.

• Better relationship with food – in addition to the physiological benefits of physical activity and how the body can deal with food differently when we are active, it is also the case that many people change their views on eating when becoming increasingly active.

• Instead of looking at food as a reward or something solely for pleasure, we may start to research further how it can fuel our physical activity. We can then associate food with improved performance and mental and physical wellbeing in addition to it being something we should enjoy as part of a healthy and balanced lifestyle.

There is no separation between the body and the mind. Therefore, when we invest time in our physical health and wellbeing, with a clear intention to look after ourselves, we also boost our mental health and wellbeing. 

“Self-care is how you take your power back.”

Lalah Deli