We all know that exercise benefits our physical health. Did you know it’s great for mental health as well?

Studies show that there is a link between physical exercise and brain activity, resulting in more creative and productive mental activity after exercise. If you’ve ever started your day with a dance-based workout or kickboxing, or a yoga routine, you’ve probably experienced that the whole day is easier after focusing on “right” and “left” for half an hour. Exercise is almost like turning the pathways in your brain to superhighways. Everything just moves faster and smoother, and isn’t that how we want to think?

You don’t need an hour-long cardio class to feel the effects—a brisk 10-minute walk will do the trick. (But try one of those dance-based classes for a few mornings to see if you notice the difference!)

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