HOW
TO STAY PHYSICALLY AND MENTALLY FIT
The foundation of happiness and
joy is to be in good health both mentally and physically, physical fitness and mental fitness has far-reaching benefits.
There are things that you
can do to exercise your mental health as well as physical health
A person's mental fitness indicates their
ability to think clearly and to make decisions efficiently. Same as with
physical fitness which relates to the body's ability to function. we have many
options to develop our health with a trainer at the gym, or walking and running
outside. All of us have activities that we can dedicate ourselves to in order
to maintain the health and well-being of our body.
Here are the best ways to
develop our physical and mental health
GET PHYSICAL FIT
Physical fitness help
bring focus in our life, keep us away from disease and laziness, one must build
the habit of doing exercise at least twice a week in 20 or 30 minutes, physical
fitness help us with an
increased ability to respond to life in all its richness, mental fitness helps
in the same way, It provides us more space to choose how to respond to a
situation, whether that situation is a forethought, an external stimulus, or a
feeling such as Opinion signs: agree, disagree, strongly disagree, strongly
agree, neutral
Exercise is essential for both good physical and mental health, it controls your weight, recharges your batteries, boosts energy and relieves feelings of stress. Exercise does not necessarily require you to join a gym, you can be more active by taking a brisk walk, go cycling or taking a swim at your local leisure centre.
AVOID STRESS
Stress could easily
affect your mental state and then your physical health, having too much of
stress may lead to depression, frustration and so on. People who are so
depressed by show different signs, these symptoms may be caused by the loss of
a significant relationship or person, competitive failure, serious injury or
illness, family conflict, or even positive events like competitive success,
national recognition, or participation in major events such as award
competition and so on.
The most common symptoms are sadness, crying, irritability, sleep or appetite changes, pessimism, loss of pleasure, guilt, self-dislike, sense of failure, fatigue and/or thoughts of self-harm. These symptoms are universal and need a voice. The simple act of telling someone close to you or meeting with a physician or other mental health provider can bring you relief and hope. You just need to take the first step. Read more to understand how to remove stress HERE
EAT HEALTH
Eating a balanced diet helps to promote good health, a balanced
diet refers to a meal containing foods from all food groups in the right
proportions, proper diet helps an individual to remain healthy. Eating is one
of the thing that must be considered, to keep your mental health and your
physical health in good condition one must eat a health food (balanced diet)
eat type of food has its significant in the body,
Eat a variety of foods
including whole grains, fruits, vegetables and food with roughage in order to
provide the body with the required energy and nutrition, eating nutrients food
help us to escape a dangerous disease like hypertension,
obesity, belly fats and so on
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GET ENOUGH REST/ SLEEP
Getting enough rest or
enough sleep is also an important thing one must do, sometimes our mind and
body is so tired and need to rest, when we rest we allow our mind and body to
recharge again so that we can start the next day when we are energetic and in
good mood
TAKE SOME TIME OUT
You must spend your spare time to do the things that
makes you feel happy, finding a good life balance is key to maintaining mental
health and happiness. you can spend your time spare time playing football, games,
watching movies and so on, spending some time, no matter how brief, away from
training and competition can refresh your energy and raise your motivation.
SEEK SUPPORT
Don't hesitate to seek
support from friends, family, or professionals when facing challenges with your
mental or physical health, reach out for help if you're experiencing persistent
mental health symptoms
Remember that everyone's
journey to mental and physical fitness is unique, and it's important to find a
routine and approach that works best for you. Consistency and gradual progress
are key to long-term success in maintaining both mental and physical well-being.
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