Exercise and the Brain

Everyone knows that working out is great for your health. Exercise helps with weight loss, keeps your heart healthy and your blood pressure down. But did you know exercise also helps with mental health? Today we explore the myriad benefits of exercise on your brain, and give you a chance to clear the path to mental health right away!

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In this twice-a-week show, we explore the physical, mental and emotional paths to wellness. With an emphasis on education, the show addresses both the latest trends and long-standing practices of wellness—everything from the efficacy of the gratitude experiment to the importance of sunshine and vitamin D. Follow along as your host, Kate, guides you through a bi-weekly journaling exercises that helps you apply what you've learned. The ultimate goal: one year, one show, one journal, one collective journey to wellness.

[CharlesMoss]

i heard the reason why we get depressed is because our bodies and minds weren't meant to cope with the sedentary lifestyle. Back in the caveman days, humans were always on the go, fighting for survival and hunting and gathering and dancing. but as technology and civilizations advanced, we became more luxurious and lazy. and as a result, we spend less time being active and more time allowing negative thoughts to enter our brains. and thats where mental illness occurs.

thanks for making these videos. they're very helpful with my personal journey.

[georgistoev]

when the results start to come, believe me, workout becomes an addiction!

[persephone]

Anyone else here because they have been sent her from class ?

[ReallyEpicPerson]

I like your regular voice. I hate every single other one.

[EpicMixTV]

This is true. I once worked out like a maniac for 2 weeks straight and I felt on top of the world. The only problem is that it's really hard to maintain that level of activity because especially when you feel great, you start becoming really indifferent.

[jaycub]

I actually enjoy the enthusiasm and joy in her voice.

[WhiteHorseStudioArt]

Your voice is perfectly fine! And thank you for making this video.. It's great knowledge, and those who follow the advice will experience a great result. I began working as an illustrator, which requires sitting on a chair all day, and feel like I'm beginning to get depressed (which has never happened before), anxious, nervous, frustrated and irritable.. so I'm saving up and getting a good treadmill ASAP. There is really no way to feel happy and relaxed than by releasing all of this trapped physical energy by exercise. Only then can you feel at peace mentally.. not only that, but be physically fit! It's a win-win and a great investment.. if anyone feels the same way... invest in exercise!

[EkayanYoga]

Her voice just undid the benefits I reaped out of my workout

[sheilakuhn]

Wonderful! Working out is a gift to myself, part of caring for my mind, body, and spirit! Part of a radical lifestyle change that began last year. I am loving the results.

[iamJemal]

I wasnt depressed until I heard your voices lol. Nice info though!

[soundninja]

You should start posting your sources under the vid, some people might want to read the studies.

[ripinactive]

I did it for a month and now I feel amazing!
I've had loads of comments on my emotions and I really loved this vid :)

[MichaelGarcia-ggqy]

Hello, Mike here! I just want you to know that this video kind of helped me, it encouraged me to do exercise, and stay healthy. Thanks!

[robertmarianomolina]

I've been doing 15 mins of jumping rope everyday for a week now. The journaling part never occurred to me, I'll try that as well. Thank you so much for this.

[hicosha]

I have to watch over a dozen of these videos for school. They remind me of the videos I was forced to watch in children's church on Sunday. This is mind-numbing.

[PurpleGiraffe]

so true. once you get going, it's addicting. Best addiction ive ever had

[jonaak]

i think i would rather workout more than write

[CarbuncleWishes]

I love this woman. She has a fantastic voice

[stingrey]

I just watched it and i love it, also Imma exercise daily for 30 minutes and if I get sweaty I don't care! I'll jog in place, do challenging things, eat healthy (like you said in how to cut back in sugar), do jumping jacks, pump up that music and dance for hours, skip rope, go to the park, and

[soulutionscounselling]

This is fantastic. Clear concise and funny. Start slowly. 5 min walk. I started with 5 min, didn't want to overload myself, because that would depress me more. If you have problems with you memory make notes on your phone. I hate exercising, although I know without it I am so ansy and depressed. Take your time one step is better than none. Thank you for posting this and helping all of us.