Happy Runnings!

I have been doing some physical activity ever since I can remember and I have been seriously working out since I started rowing when I was 15. Working out be it Rowing, Running, Squash, Rugby, anything is actually good for both body & mind. I would add soul to it too :D

Seriously I feel lousy when I miss out on one session as well because working out is something which is deeply engraved in me that I love doing it. My favourite workout is running and I am most joyous when I am done with a Run! Running makes me happy and I can see a huge difference in my life ever since I started running! I feel that I am a better person now and I also feel that when I run regularly things have been good for me.

There are lot of benefits of working out:

Sleep:  Working out helps you fall and stay asleep more easily, and it increases the amount of time you spend in the deepest stage of sleep. It also improves the quality of your sleep by making the transitions between its cycles smoother and more regular.

Ageing:  They say each year after the age of 30 you start losing your aerobic capacity but regular exercise can actually make you more aerobically fit as you get older. Working out also improves skin and muscle tone, increases flexibility and reduces the risk of many age-related diseases, such as osteoporosis, heart disease and stroke.

Immune System: Working out improves immune function in the long run but it is strange that your immune system is actually down immediately after a workout but regular cardio activity improves your system as you age.

Mental Ability: Woking out helps you have better memory, reaction time and concentration. And it doesn't take much: walking for 45 minutes three times a week is enough to improve your degree of mental sharpness. Aerobic activity stimulates the middle-frontal and superior parietal regions of the brain, which are associated with attention and keeping goals in mind.

Confidence: Ask anyone who runs on how they feel after their run? They feel awesome! You always feel better when you are in shape and confidence is such a good thing that it helps you out with most things in life.

Energy and Endurance: A no brainer really as working out drastically increases your energy & endurance. People who work out regularly have more energy, strength and endurance to get through their daily activities than non-exercisers.

Stress, depression and anxiety: Exercising reduces stress and anxiety and in addition, your body releases more endorphins for an hour and a half to two hours after your workout, which boosts your mood and promotes relaxation.

Mood: Need an emotional lift? Or need to blow off some steam after a stressful day? A workout at the gym or a brisk 30-minute walk can help. Physical activity stimulates various brain chemicals that may leave you feeling happier and more relaxed.

Exercise can be fun: Exercise and physical activity can be a fun way to spend some time. It gives you a chance to unwind, enjoy the outdoors or simply engage in activities that make you happy. Physical activity can also help you connect friends in a fun social setting. So, take a dance class, hit the hiking trails or join a football team. Find a physical activity you enjoy, and just do it. If you get bored, try something new.