Before Breakfast Sweat it out to get it out
May 20, 2025
Dive into the transformative power of sweat! Discover how exercise can lift your mood and alleviate stress through personal stories. Learn the mantra 'sweat it out to get it out' to reset a bad day and enhance your emotional well-being. It's a refreshing reminder that movement can be your best therapy!
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Exercise Resets Your Mood
- Exercise when feeling stressed or upset can improve mood significantly.
- Even a short bout of vigorous exercise helps clear the mind and reset emotions.
Exercise as Mood Reset Anecdotes
- Deirdre Fitzpatrick uses exercise to reset her mood after stressful or depressing workdays.
- Running helps Laura Vanderkam feel less upset about problems due to endorphin release.
Exercise vs. Antidepressants Insight
- Regular exercise may be as effective as antidepressants for mild to moderate depression.
- Exercise has few downsides, making it a worthwhile mood management strategy.