People who exercise on a regular basis will tell you that exercise makes them feel healthier and happier. This could be for a number of reasons, from an increased sense of pride in one’s body to the function of the body’s mood sensors called neurotransmitters.
Exercise and Stress Relaxation
Neurotransmitters are chemical substances that relay nerve signals in the brain and regular exercise has beenlinked to the production of four of these chemicals: endorphins, epinephrine, serotonin, and dopamine. These“feel good” chemicals are believed to help manage daily stress by leaving you more calm and relaxed. In additionto producing these chemicals, engaging in regular exercise also helps:
