#1 Daily jolt of happiness, lift in mood (increased serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine levels), decreased stress, increase sense of well being and health
#2 Daily sense of accomplishment, productivity
#3 Daily steps toward increased fitness
#4 Increased energy and motivation for everyday tasks
#5 Deceased blood pressure 24 hours a day!
#6 Better sleep
#7 Curbed appetite for junk
#8 Improved memory (almost forgot that one!)
#9 .....YOU fill this one in :)
#10 Better self-esteem, ...how can it not, knowing all #1-9 are happening!
BONUS (and giveaway): Daily exercise makes it EASIER for my mind and body/muscles/legs to actually get started each time.
EVERYONE has challenges -- some of mine are a husband who travels, and three little ones. Often, I run a lot within a few days (perhaps 30 miles in three days), and then take up to 5 days off. Each time I get started again, I have to talk myself and my muscles into getting moving.
In contrast, running daily, my mind and muscles are so accustomed to the habit, that I do it without even thinking, like brushing my teeth, any time of day. I am TOTALLY LOVING my NEW HABIT for ALL of the ABOVE REASONS (and certainly MORE!)!
HERE IS WHAT I DO: Challenge #2
and have done, ever since my 6YO came up with the resolution for me on New Year's Day, 2013!
My promise: run ONE MILE each day. If you're walking, say a half mile. This is a 10-minute daily commitment (and what I (AND YOU WILL) get is ALL OF THE ABOVE! Sweet bargain!
After just a few weeks, it will become easier, and will get progressively easier for the next six weeks! Check out a post about forming a NEW HABIT!
Awesome slideshow of Mind-Blowing Benefits of Exercise, from US News and World Report: Health
COMMENTS? Want to give it a try? YOU CAN DO IT! What benefits do you enjoy? Look forward to?
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