Jay Platt's "No Matter What!" Report

Experts Say Exercise Should Be Prescribed for Depression

The below post (via www.sportsgeezer.com) is a terrific example of the many benefits of exercise and I hope it will help convince you of its vital importance as an everyday habit.

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Can exercise chase away the blues? Jasper Smits, director of the Anxiety Research and Treatment Program at Southern Methodist University in Dallas thinks so. So does Michael Otto, psychology professor at Boston University.

Speaking at a recent conference of the Anxiety Disorder Association of America, the two experts argued that their analysis of numerous studies of the influence of exercise on depression and anxiety made a case for training for therapists in exercise therapy.

Smits believes that exercise acts like an antidepressant on particular neurotransmitter systems in the brain. His research, he says, shows that exercise reduces their fears of fear and related bodily sensations such as a racing heart and rapid breathing.

He recommends that people who are depressive work up to the public health dose of exercise, which is 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity activity or 75 minutes a week of vigorous-intensity activity.

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Depressed or not, exercise can work wonders for you. In this world of pill popping to feel better, it is a natural way to get control of your emotions. I hope you'll make a daily habit.

Well, that's it for now. Until next time...

Keep reaching,
Jay 

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8 Simple Exercise Routines to Fit into Your Busy Lifestyle...No Matter What!

Are you thinking you don't have time to fit exercise into your busy lifestyle? Well, think again! Here are 8 simple routines that are easy to do and - best of all - don't take much time.  

* Check with your doctor before starting any new exercise routine. 

Spend as little as 10 minutes a day on these easy activities and a new, healthier lifestyle can be yours! 

1. Jump rope. If you haven't tried jumping rope lately, now is the time to give this fun and invigorating exercise a try. Start slowly and gradually increase your speed and intensity. This heart-healthy exercise can be performed a few times a day for maximum exercise benefits.

 2. Climb stairs. Did you know that the staircase in your home or workplace is actually a mini-gym in disguise? Be sure to take advantage of this exercise opportunity anytime you have a few extra minutes to spare. Climbing stairs builds leg strength, gets your heart pumping, and strengthens your lungs.

 3. Dance, dance, dance. Don't be shy! Turn up your favorite music and dance with abandon! Dancing is not only fun, but it's also a terrific form of exercise. Professional dancers are more fit than many professional athletes!

4. Bounce on a mini-trampoline. There's no doubt about it. Trampolines are just plain fun! Spend as little as five minutes per day jumping and you can see results, but you may enjoy this so much that you'll increase the amount of time you do it!

5. Calisthenics. Most all of us have, at some point, practiced calisthenics. Well, now is the time to remember those lunges, knee bends, pushups, and jumping jacks of days gone by! With a little as just five minutes per day performing these calisthenic exercises, you can make a big difference in your health.

6.  Lift weights. Unfortunately, many exercise routines neglect that all-important need to increase upper body strength. Lifting weights helps solve that problem. Start with lighter weights, and in time gradually increase the amount of weight you can handle.

7.  Walk faster. Will you be walking the dog later today? Or perhaps walking from your car into the shopping mall? Picking up your walking speed will also increase your fitness level. Walking of any kind is always a good thing, but walking faster enhances the exercise benefits you receive from it.

8.  Practice balance. Part of any healthy lifestyle is having good balance. The more you practice, the easier it is to maintain balance not only in your exercise routine, but also in your daily life. Practicing balance requires only a few minutes a day and can be practiced anywhere with no special equipment.

By following just a few of these simple and quick exercise routines, you'll be on your way to healthier and happy lifestyle. Don't wait for tomorrow. Start now! 

Well, that's it for now. As aIways, I hope that you find this information useful and it helps you to go as far as you want in life..."No Matter What!" 

Until next time... 

Keep reaching,
Jay 

P.S. I'd love to hear your thoughts on this post. Please take a moment and comment below. Thanks!