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This is Your Brain on Roller Skating

November 25, 2016 by Zach Sanders Leave a Comment

Regular exercise is one of the best things someone can do for their overall health and quality of life. Brain Physical activity has long been known for it’s health benefits, but did you know that those benefits extend to the brain? Most people exercise for a flatter stomach or more toned muscles, but now we know that it can sharpen your brain! Chester Skateland, located in Chester, VA, is big proponent of the health benefits of roller skating and now we encourage you to hit lace up those skates for a better brain too! Here is what happens to your mental health when you exercise.

  • Increased Learning – Brain chemicals called growth factors are released when we exercise. Growth factors help to make new brain cells and therefore help us to learn easier!
  • Reduced Stress – When someone exercises chemicals that calm the brains like serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine are released at an increased level.
  • Manages Depression – Feeling a little blue? It has been said that physical activity can reduces symptoms of depression almost as effectively antidepressants.
  • Memory Loss – When you participate in even casual activities it can help mitigate the risk of memory loss. Exercise keeps your brain active, which is key! The Alzheimers Research Center has said that regular physical activity is one of the best ways to keeping the illness at bay.

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