4 Best Types of Exercise to Improve Your Mood

Your life will be better if you know the easiest exercise to help you feel better when you’re down.

Séverin Makengo
SYNERGY
3 min readMar 7, 2023

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Physical activity is a great way to release pent-up energy and tension.

Here are 4 types of exercises to Improve Mood:

#1 Aerobic Exercises

You can get a stress release through aerobic exercise.

Aerobic Exercises increase your heart rate and improve your blood circulation.

This changes your mood by releasing endorphins. The hormone that makes you feel happier and more energetic.

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Here is a list of the best forms of aerobic exercise:

  • Dancing
  • Walking, running, jumping, and swimming
  • Tennis
  • Biking

For a quick mood booster, you need to try any of these 3 exercises:

  1. Walk outside or at least 3 minutes of brisk walking inside.
  2. Use stairs instead of taking the elevator.
  3. Do 3 minutes of jumping jacks or jumping rope.

#2 Stretching

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Stretching improves your mood, flexibility, and circulation.

This is because when you stretch, your muscles get relaxed.

Stretching also increases your blood flow and lower blood pressure.

#3 Yoga

Yoga can help you regulate your breathing and calm your mind.

As you move through the different Yoga exercises, focus on your breath and let go of any negative thoughts or feelings.

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It will help you feel more centered and relaxed. So your energy levels and overall sense of well-being will be improved.

#4 Qi Gong

Qi Gong is a slow form of exercise that combines flowing movements with deep breathing and meditation.

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It is a low-impact exercise that people of all ages and fitness levels can perform.

Qi Gong's practice will help lower stress levels, reduce anxiety, and improve overall mood.

Summary

Whether you choose to practice Qi Gong, yoga, stretching, or any other form of exercise, the key is to find a routine that works for you and to stick with it consistently.

Over time, regular exercise can help to improve your mood, reduce stress, and promote better physical and mental health.

So why not give it a try today?

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Séverin Makengo
SYNERGY

DON'T TRUST ME, JUST READ AND FORM YOUR OWN OPINION (Twitter: @Severinmakengo).