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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<\/a>.<\/p>\n 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 \u201cintegrate salutogenic approaches, such as exercise, nutrition and mind-body practices, into treating mental illness and promoting mental wellness.\u201d<\/p>\n Enjoy this YouTube video highlighting ways to move your mental health in 10 minutes.<\/p>\n Week 12: <\/strong>10 Minute No-Equipment, At-Home Cardio Workout<\/p>\n Take 10 minutes to get your heart rate up and burn major calories with this at-home cardio workout. We’ve partnered with Brooks Running on this no-equipment workout, which includes moves like squat jumps, rocket hops, and skater jumps. For all our runners, we start the workout with high knees that will have you feeling like you are sprinting to the finish line. Ready to move? Let’s do it!<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/chronicle.hvcc.edu\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/benefits-of-exercise-pink-1.jpg\")
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