Friday Flex For Your Mental Health
Exercise not only improves your physical health, but it can have amazing benefits for our mental health. According to HelpGuide.org, exercise can assist us in managing our depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, PTSD and trauma, more effectively, in many different ways. It can even improve our resiliency, result in better sleep, foster a higher sense of self-esteem, lead to feeling more energized, and increase our focus and memory. For the full article click here.
Each week, Counseling and Wellness Services, will provide a post with information about ways to move your mental health. Resources and videos are from various YouTube exercise channels and the John W. Brick Mental Health Foundation, whose purpose is to “Integrate salutogenic approaches, such as exercise, nutrition and mind-body practices, into treating mental illness and promoting mental wellness.”
Enjoy this YouTube video highlighting ways to move your mental health in 10 minutes.
Week 2: A former shock trauma nurse, Lynne Brick is an international health and fitness presenter, consultant and author. She’s been featured in over a dozen exercise videos. She’s also the co-owner of Brick Bodies and Planet Fitness Growth Partners, LLC health clubs as well as the co-founder of the John W. Brick Mental Health Foundation. Lynne will present a Cardio Boost to energize your mind, body and spirit!
We hope you have a feel good Friday!
Counseling and Wellness Services
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Published: Fri, 28 Jan 2022 12:40:51 +0000 by k.darcy