"Running reminds you that even in your weakest moments...
YOU ARE STRONG"
run-for-good.com
Study has shown that running has significant benefits on mental health. Running can enhance mood and well-being. People who participate in running are found to have lower levels of stress, depression, and anxiety.
The thing about running is that it can be done almost anytime and anywhere. Running can simply start from the comfort of your own home, around the neighborhood, at the local gym, etc. All you need to get started are comfortable clothes and running shoes.
Whether you are jogging, running, or sprinting, either intensity level has its benefits. Running helps the body to naturally release hormones such as endorphins, serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine. These neurotransmitters regulate and enhance mood and overall wellbeing. Study has shown that running has significant benefits on mental health. People who participate in running are found to have lower levels of stress, depression, and anxiety. Oswald, F., Campbell, J., Williamson, C., Richards, J., & Kelly, P. (2020)
Aerobic exercise is good for longevity. A study has shown that people who run, live longer than those who do not. Running for a minimum of 5-10 minutes at moderate speed everyday can prevent the development of diseases. Cleveland Clinic Newsroom (April 2019).
Want to start running? Click here for a free guide!
Check out this quick YouTube video to see how Jess Robson used running to cope with her mental health