1655: The Best Natural Treatment for Anxiety & Depression

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin cover eight ways exercise improves anxiety and depression. See a clip at bodybuilding.com

• The MOST important effects of proper exercise. (2:01)
• The #1 reason why you are consistent in health and training. (7:00)
• Startling statistics surrounding depression and anxiety. (8:58)
• Eight Ways Proper Exercise Improves Depression and Anxiety. (12:53)
• #1 – Changes the chemicals in the brain. (13:04)
• #2 – Encourages your hormonal health. (18:47)
• #3 – Forces you to be present. (21:50)
• #4 – Empowers you to feel stronger. (26:49)
• #5 – Changes your relationship to the physical effects of anxiety, fear, and pain. (32:10)
• #6 – Develop a better relationship with medication. (36:08)
• #7 – It gets easier as you get better and more experienced. (37:37)
• #8 - Accept your body for what it is. (39:01)

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• Facts & Statistics | Anxiety and Depression Association of America
• Strengthen your mood with weight training - Harvard Health
• How Does Exercise Affect the Brain? | Dana Foundation
• Why Spiritual Awareness Means Physical Health – Mind Pump
• Workout Because You Love Yourself Not Because You Hate Yourself – Mind Pump Blog
• Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube
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People Mentioned

• Dwayne Johnson (@therock)  Instagram