Fitness For Health
Fitness Role In Happiness and Health
Exercise is proven again and again to give you that happy, peppy attitude you need in life. As we discovered in this article, happiness can indeed lead to healthy living! A positive outlook on life gives you the strength needed to make great decisions about your life. So, how does fitness factor in?
Fitness’ role in Happiness and Health
Physical
Your heart works hard! By exercising regularly, you can allow your body to maintain lower blood pressure, which can significantly lower the chances of your heart working overtime. Consistent stress to the heart can lead to heart attacks and strokes. But getting out and working those muscles is a fantastic way to strengthen your cardiovascular system. (They call it “cardio” for a reason!) Since the heart is a muscle, it needs just as much strength training as your arms and legs.
Mind Tricks
Your natural happiness drugs are called endorphins. We’ve all heard it before – but what are they? Endorphins are neurotransmitters that receive their name from two terms: Endogenous and Morphine. These terms combined literally mean that your body produces pain-blocking organisms naturally. Diminishing the perception of pain, these endorphins are a blissful side effect of working out. (WebMD) These receptors let your brain think one of two things: “it doesn’t hurt that bad”, or “make it stop!” Both of these options assist your body in its quest for correctly functioning body. So, let the natural hormones flow through your body, “tricking” you into feeling better, so that you actually have a chance to feel better. By keeping in shape and mastering that cardio routine, being Hitch Fit can only help you in your pursuit of happiness.
The Classic Cardio
What are some classic ways to get the positive mindset and healthful glow of fitness experts? The following are all great ways to get that cardio in:
- Biking
- Walking
- Running
- Aerobic Routines
- Dancing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Sex!
Get out into the open and complete some fitness time outdoors (minus the last cardio suggestion, of course). With each heavy breath, take in the fresh air and know you are inhaling the glorious earth. Bonus, Vitamin D is hard to get in this busy world. By choosing to exercise outside, you’re keeping your body healthy in so many ways.
Get Out And Exercise!
Cardio is so helpful for your life. Keeping your body in an active state is just the beginning. Let the happy thoughts drip in as you exercise, and know that those happy thoughts lead to healthier living. Endorphins, cardio, Vitamin D, and fresh air; what could be better? Success in your fitness goals gets easier with time, so take that time and run with it – pun intended!