This is an excellent article that I “dugg” up that talks about the benefits of working out and exercising even if you are not doing the perfect workout.
Some quotes I found interesting:
Cortisol is a hormone produced by the body under stress, such as anger, anxiety or fear, and it ultimately inflames and damages our organs. Exercise burns cortisol, and thereby makes us healthier and happier
Mandel agrees that even one session makes you feel better and clears your head. “Once you make a commitment to exercise then you are motivated to keep feeling good every day. After about two weeks of exercise you stay on course,”
“Mostly, you get a consistent high from a workout to music and a workout that you enjoy,” she says. “It is important to realize that routine deadens the heart, and you have to change up your exercise regimen. The body always adapts and you need to challenge it. So, vary the intensity, cross train, take dance classes, try a new sport, use a personal trainer for a few sessions, etc. Keep it fresh, and you will get that high!”
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