While most people exercise to improve their physical health, regular physical activity also benefits your brain's fitness. There are many invisible gains when you exercise. From managing stress better and higher neuroplasticity to relieving depression and anxiety, exercise benefits the whole person. Exercise exerts stress on your body, but it's a good kind of stress. While it improves body composition and heart health, it's also making us more mentally resilient, capable of handling life's challenges, and driven to achieve our goals. What are some of the ways exercise changes our emotional health? How is the stress of exercise different from the stress of everyday life? In this episode, I'm going to talk about how important exercise is, not only for the physical body, but also for your mental and emotional well-being.   We have been repeatedly told about the importance of exercise for physical wellbeing, but exercise provides a whole host of gains for the brain too, and that shouldn't be taken lightly. -Dr. Deepa Grandon    Three Things You'll Learn In This Episode  -A new definition of exercise We often think of the surface level benefits of exercise. Could the invisible benefits be just as powerful? -A stressor that's good for you Exercise isn't just a way to manage stress and blow off steam. How does the stress exercise put on our bodies make us stronger mentally and emotionally?  -Exercise therapy Regular exercise is highly beneficial to people who have mental health challenges like depression and anxiety. Why is it such an effective way to treat different mental disorders?    About Your Host Hosted by Dr. Deepa Grandon, MD MBA, triple board-certified physician with over 23 years of experience working as a Physician Consultant for influential organizations worldwide. Dr. Grandon is the founder of Transformational Life Consulting (TLC) and an outspoken faith-based leader in evidenced-based lifestyle medicine.   ​​ Resources Feeling stuck and want guidance on how to transform your spiritual, mental and physical well being? Get access to Dr Deepa's 6 Pillars of Health video! Visit drdeepa-tlc.org to subscribe and watch the video for free. ‌ Work with Me Ready to explore a personalized wellness journey with Dr. Deepa? Visit drdeepa-tlc.org and click on "Work with Me" to schedule a free intake call. Together, we'll see if this exclusive program aligns with your needs!  Want to receive a devotional every week From Dr. Deepa? Devotionals are dedicated to providing you with a moment of reflection, inspiration, and spiritual growth each week, delivered right to your inbox. Visit drdeepa-tlc.org to subscribe for free. Ready to deepen your understanding of trauma and kick start your healing journey? Explore a range of online and onsite courses designed to equip you with practical and affordable tools. From counselors, ministry leaders, and educators to couples, parents and individuals seeking help for themselves, there's a powerful course for everyone. Browse all the courses now to start your journey.   ​​TLC is presenting this podcast as a form of information sharing only. It is not medical advice or intended to replace the judgment of a licensed physician. TLC is not responsible for any claims related to procedures, professionals, products, or methods discussed in the podcast, and it does not approve or endorse any products, professionals, services, or methods that might be referenced. Check out this episode on our website, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify, and don't forget to leave a review if you like what you heard. Your review feeds the algorithm so our show reaches more people. Thank you!

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