Many people think that strength training is only good for building physical muscle mass. Logical, but the benefits go much further. Strength training also has a profound positive effect on your mental health. In this blog, Rémon Koetje, Lifestyle coach and trainer at Happy Bodies, explains how strength training also contributes to a healthier mind, increased stress resistance and an overall sense of well-being.
While strength training strengthens your muscles, there’s much more going on in your body. Every lift and squat increases your serotonin levels – the happy hormone. This improves your mood and gives you a sense of accomplishment after every workout. Regularly boosting these ‘happy chemicals’ helps you manage stress and reduce feelings of depression.
In addition to building physical strength, strength training also increases your mental resilience. The challenges you overcome during your workout, such as lifting a new personal record, can give your confidence a huge boost. This confidence carries over into how you approach daily challenges, improving your overall mental well-being.
Strength training requires not only physical exertion, but also mental focus. This mind-body connection during your workout helps you to be more in the 'now'. A beautiful form of mindfulness that can help you to lower your overall stress level and increase your body awareness, which is very important for emotional regulation.
Regular strength training provides a reliable structure to your life. A structure that is not only good for your body, but also for mental stability. Believe it or not, a structured strength training routine helps you reduce anxiety.
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