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The Positive Effect Physical Exercise has on Mental Health

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POSITIVE EFFECTS OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ON MENTAL HEALTH

BY SEAN, NATHAN AND CALLUM
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Physical exercise can help your mental health as well as your physical health.

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Research has shown that even a small amount of physical exercise can help with depression, ADHD, anxiety and more.

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It also relieves stress, improves your memory, helps you sleep better and puts you in a better mood

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Physical exercise can make you a more confident person and can improve your concentration.

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Physical exercise that requires the use of both arms and legs has been proven to reduce the effects of PTSD.

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By doing a small amount of physical exercise you can make yourself feel more energised throughout the day.

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Physical exercise also helps you to be resilient in times of mental and emotional challenges.

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To feel the full benefits of physical exercise on mental health you don't have to devote all of your free time to exercise. Research has shown that all that is needed to get the full rewards of physical exercise is 30 minutes of exercise 5 days a week. But any exercise is better than no exercise.

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If you do your physical exercise with a group it can make you more sociable.

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Conclusion

Physical activity can have a positive effect on mental health

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