The Art of Manliness Move the Body, Heal the Mind
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Jan 25, 2023 In this engaging discussion, Dr. Jennifer Heisz, a leading researcher in brain health and director of the NeuroFit Lab, highlights the remarkable connection between exercise and mental well-being. She reveals how low to moderate exercise can alleviate anxiety and treat panic disorders. Dr. Heisz also discusses how physical activity boosts cognitive functions and supports sobriety by restoring dopamine levels. Additionally, she elaborates on the role of exercise in enhancing sleep quality and cognitive longevity, driving home the importance of movement for mental resilience.
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Jennifer's Anxiety
- Jennifer Heisz experienced anxiety and intrusive thoughts in graduate school.
- Cycling helped soothe her mind, sparking her research interest in exercise's brain benefits.
Mind-Body Connection
- The mind-body dualism proposed by Descartes, while advancing medicine, limited the study of the mind's biological basis.
- New research reveals the interconnectedness of mind and body, paving the way for a deeper understanding of mental health.
Exercise and Anxiety
- Exercise significantly reduces anxiety, with effects felt immediately and long-term.
- Low to moderate intensity exercise is best for anxiety relief, releasing neuropeptide Y, a resilience factor.
