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Think exercise is something you don't have time for? Think again. Check out the 7 minute workout mentioned in The New York Times. That's a workout any of us can fit into our schedules.
Exercise has such a profound effect on our happiness and well-being that it is an effective strategy for overcoming depression. In a study cited in Shawn Achor's book The Happiness Advantage, three groups of patients treated their depression with medication, exercise, or a combination of the two. The results of this study are surprising: Although all three groups experienced similar improvements in their happiness levels early on, the follow-up assessments proved to be radically different:
The groups were then tested six months later to assess their relapse rate. Of those who had taken the medication alone, 38 percent had slipped back into depression. Those in the combination group were doing only slightly better, with a 31 percent relapse rate. The biggest shock, though, came from the exercise group: Their relapse rate was only 9 percent.
You don't have to be depressed to benefit from exercise, though. Exercise can help you relax, increase your brain power, and even improve your body image, even if you don't lose any weight.
We've explored exercise in depth before, and looked at what it does to our brains, such as releasing proteins and endorphins that make us feel happier.
A study in the Journal of Health Psychology found that people who exercised felt better about their bodies even when they saw no physical changes:
Body weight, shape and body image were assessed in 16 males and 18 females before and after both 6 × 40 minutes exercising and 6 × 40 minutes reading. Over both conditions, body weight and shape did not change. Various aspects of body image, however, improved after exercise compared to before.
Yep: Even if your actual appearance doesn't change, how you feel about your body does change.
I am working out, focusing on my knee. I am having a freaking knee pain. I fear arthritis... Here, are some ways I discovered online to ease it.
No more tiring or exhausted.. It boosts up my energy. I get all set for the hectic day. :)
Trying to go easy.. but doing it on a regular basis. It keeps me active and moreover I don't have the chronic knee pain that I used to have long back.
I was having problem with the wallsit so I check for some other workout that I can do in place of wallsit. However, I end up with an instruction article of how to do a wall sit.
But, I am not giving up my quest for some easy to workout routines.
Since I skip a few of the workouts, so I have devoted more time to my overall workout and also going to drink water and fruit juice and nothing else. My cholesterol is not being a good friend of mine lately. Plus, I like to instill some healthy living prinsiples in my junior.
That is my secret, I got the app.. I workout frequently, but I skip a few of the workouts like tricep dips, rotation push ups.
I tried, but it just don' go well. So I give extra time to the plunges, wall sit and squats.
I know, if I am true to myself then only I would get the benefits of these workout. Buut no one is perfect, there should be some room for workout customization.
I workout everyday.. but, I don't lose a single inch from my belly. Perhaps, it is genetic. My dad even got that..
Trying to find something on "www" on this..
This looks interesting.."17 Simple Exercises To Lose Belly Fat"
What a day it was!! Full of fun.. working out with kids, then ssome lovely creakfast. What else you need ??
Anytime when you lack motivation to workout even for 7 mins a day.. Like I used to...Hit one of the 29 Ways to Motivate Yourself to Work Out.
Do come back and share how you feel it different!
Followed the video and worked out in the morning. Whew.. Felt the proper muscle stretches. Happy to do something in best way.
These videos are self-explanatory. Very helpful. I am working out 7 mins. And, really working great...
Thinkinig to get this app. I just tried to workout once. I feel it interesting.
I ran today for 30 mins without a break.... and took my lil buddy and son along with me....
Woh... I went for a run today in a park and took a break of 5 minnutes. I saw a man with his son and dog. Working out, playing.. I got up.. It was just the thing missing in my life, my family..
Things got back in track.. I ran for a mile non-stop..
Running today...now better pretty used to.
Kickstarted my runnning program... 1 mile 6 days a week.. Legs pained.. since I stopped but I maintained workinng out for 10-15 mins daily so not fully out of shape..
Here are got a compact tips for early morning work out...
Since I work out, I just willing to make some improvisation so that I can maximize the benefits beyond of mood uplift.
Do I need to say something else after this?? Surely not!! I am happy!
Yes... I started off will a long run... Nice.. Not to mention, Cynthia got me a lovely breakfast after that.
Exercise helps the heart to beat with ease... Good health leads to good mood... Even if it is for 7 minutes only I works like miracle. Why exercising makes us happy??
I lost the routine... Yeah new year week has spoiled me a little. But, now I am back in being fit!!
Few minutes working out, and stretching ... it gives me warmth forthe whole day. And not to mention, the breafast after that tastes extra delicious.
Either I meditate or go for a brisk walk out in the park. It not only make me feel better healthwise, but also makes me happy.
Ran today in the morning......
I run every morning .. It is my way to keep myself body healthy and mind happy.
It works... Check this Huffingtonpost article.
Felt like lazing around this weekend. So didn’t hit the long workout regimen instead opted for the 7min warm up session and followed by green tea, almonds, toasts and fruits. Spectacular beginning ... surely the rest of the day would rock!!
How are you spending your weekend?
Started the day with stretching and cardiovascular exercise. I have been doing this for last few weeks. I played my favorite tracks that time.. I don't feel tired so easily in that ambience. Try this.
Doing litlle bit of workout.. don't want put any stress on my shoulder muscle foe the time being
Got a sprain in shoulder.. It is nearly impossible to turn around. I am not going to trouble anymore excercising today. Going to see the doctor.
How is your shoulder now?
Got a great video to guide me over 7 minutes workout. Check it out.
Ran today....
Not one, not two, not three.... Just read the 20 benefits of exercising.
Ran 2 miles almost today.. that is now a part of my morning now. Incomplete without it.
7 minutes would be enough... to make me and my family happy.. However I run daily for 30 minutes. Honestly it is absolutely great. Now I encourage and make it compulsory to do physical activities. It keeps them active and happy too.
Huh another day... running around the park.. And breakfast with kids.. CYnthia makes awesome muffins.. Nothing could be better than this
I run everyday. It is one vigorous workout. It really works great starting from mind to body. And yes, I feel more energized and happy.