Are you feeling down in the dumps? You’re not alone. According to a recent study, nearly 20% of Americans report feeling blue once in a while. But there’s good news: regular exercise makes a difference!

If you’re reading this, chances are you could use a bit of a boost. We’re here to tell you that regular exercise is one of the best methods you can employ to boot yourself out of the doldrums. So wherever you are, get ready to get up and get moving!

Here’s why.

Exercise helps regulate hormones.

You don’t have to run a marathon to pump up your energy level. Even mild physical activity, such as walking or stretching, helps release endorphins – those hormones that make you upbeat and positive. Likewise, regular exercise also decreases your levels of cortisol, the hormone associated with stress.

Exercise helps combat fatigue.

Regular exercise is not only a powerful tool for improving your mood and energy, but it also helps you loosen tight muscles, sweat out stress, and burn calories. Workouts like cardio, strength, and circuit training can be tailored to meet your skill level and goals – but you’ll find that flexibility, endurance, and better health will follow too.

Exercise improves sleep quality.

Not getting enough sleep can leave you feeling grumpy, right? But with regular workouts in your schedule, you’ll give yourself the gift of more energy during waking hours — with better quality shut-eye when night comes. With the right balance of working out and allowing your body to rest, you’ll receive the full mood-boosting perks of consistent exercise.

Exercise plays an important role in helping manage levels of stress, fatigue, and depression while increasing endorphins to brighten one’s outlook on life. Daily exercise also promotes overall health and can increase productivity and self-confidence as you navigate through life.

Need some guidance to get going? We’re here to help!

New to exercise or a regular gym-goer, fresh new workout ideas can brighten a routine. Personal trainers at our gyms in Corpus Christi will assess your current fitness level and help you design a program that boosts your energy, uplifts your mood, and improves overall health and wellness.

Come by any of our Corpus Christi locations today!