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Over 10 years ago, I was overweight, depressed, and sleep deprived.
Throughout middle school and high school, I was regularly bullied due to the fact that I had zero self confidence in myself.
This led me to isolate myself from others, which led me down a path where I contemplated suicide.
It was not until I vented my frustration to my mother that she told me to "do something about it".
We started working out together.
At first, I absolutely hated it. Then I started not only experiencing physical changes, but mental ones as well.
I ate better, I slept better, I felt better, I thought better.
Physical activity not only improved my physical health, but my mental health as well.
Fitness saved my life.
Based on my story, you might notice a few things.
For starters, people with depressive symptoms typically isolate themselves from people. People with depressive symptoms also tend to be more physically inactive.
But in adding exercise to your regiment, you may notice some improvements.
According to a recent study done in 2021, exercise not only reduced depressive symptoms but also improves the brain’s ability to react and change.
Adding to that, in clinical studies, participation in aerobic exercise can potentially be a holistic way to “anti-depress”.
This means that we believe it’s important to consider or add a holistic approach to handling mental health.
In fact, peer review surveys have shown that depressed people have reported exercise is typically their preferred treatment option.
It is important to consider that not everyone has similar challenges with depression, however.
You should always speak to a doctor or mental health specialist for your individual best options.
Exercise can aid in improving wellbeing through the following:
If you haven't started working out yet, Science Direct recommends exercising moderately for 30 minutes every day. You can split these up into 15 minute increments per day if you're on a time constraint.
You can consider doing a total of 3.5 hours of exercise weekly, which can equate to 3-5 days per week.
What kind of exercise should you do? Break a sweat and do what you like.
To conclude, we want you to remember that not everyone has similar depressive symptoms. This is just another reminder to discuss all options with doctors or mental health specialists to discover what works best for you.
While exercise is my therapy, it is different for everyone. It is my hope, however, that you implement what is recommended if you do not already.
As depression is correlated to a sedentary lifestyle and isolation, we recommend getting your ass up and putting in that work.
If you have any questions, comments, or recommendations for exercise methods, feel free to email us at support@reforgedperformance.com, or direct message us on Instagram.
Until next time, Reforged Legion!
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In this blog, we’ll dive into five of the most effective triceps exercises that can help you build strength, improve muscle definition, and achieve balanced arm development.
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This guide aims to shed light on the anatomy and function of the hamstrings, provide effective training strategies, and highlight the top exercises to help you maximize your hamstring development.
Whether you're experienced or just starting your fitness journey, understanding how to properly train your hamstrings can enhance your overall strength, performance, and injury prevention.
Let's dive into the best exercises and tips to make your hamstring workouts more effective and efficient.