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- A study found that just three 30-minute walking sessions a week significantly reduced repetitive negative thinking and improved brain function in adults with depression
- Movement stimulates brain chemicals like dopamine, helping you feel calmer, more focused, and less reactive to everyday stressors
- Mindful forms of movement, such as walking, cycling, or swimming while focusing on breath and body, shut down looping thoughts and promote mental clarity
- Harvard researchers confirm that regular aerobic activity helps rewire your stress response system, making it easier to bounce back from emotional triggers
- Sitting too much slows brain oxygenation and worsens mood, so daily movement — not just formal exercise — is key to protecting your mental health
Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health