1. Better Cognitive Function

There is a reason some of the brainiest people just happen to also be avid exercisers; exercise improves your cognitive function and this is how working out affects your brain. So think more efficiently, effectively and just have a stronger brain by getting your workouts in each day. Did you get your workout in today? If not, maybe that is why you are feeling a little off and can’t seem to put your thoughts together.

2. Think Clearer

People that exercise on work days are 25% more productive than those that do not. If you want to get more projects completed and just do better at work and at home, make sure you get your workout in. If you go to work early, and leave late, squeeze your workout session in at lunch break. I guarantee this time will be well worth missing the lunch time gossip in the cafeteria!

3. Signals Release of Key Hormones

Cardiovascular exercise signals the brain to release the key hormones of serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine. These hormones help you to think clearer, stress less and feel better. It is amazing that exercise can cause this chemical reaction right in your very own brain. This should motivate you to get your workout in today, so get moving!

4. Primes Brain to Grow

When you exercise regularly and the key hormones of serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine are continually delivered, your brain is prepared to grow. This will help your attention skills so you can learn better. You get this all this by exercising regularly.

5. Better Memory

Are you having trouble remembering the answers on your upcoming test? Don’t sleep on it, run on it! Studies show you can perform up to 20% better in memory function, if you exercise for over 30 minutes. And the percentage gets higher when you exercise at a higher intensity, so make sure you get the most out of your workout. Did you know that exercise also lowers your risk of Alzheimer’s disease?

6. Stress Less

Exercise improves your mood and makes you stress less, giving your brain functioning a break. Studies have shown that people that exercise for just 45 minutes have an elevated mood throughout the day, so start your day with a workout.

7. Make Better Decisions

Cardio exercise floods the brain with chemicals that will help you think more effectively and even improve your decision -making skills. In a dilemma and not sure what to do? Go for a run and the answer just may come to you. The key hormones are released and you can think more effectively. I have made some of my best decisions right after I completed a run, so it really does work!

Now that you know all the benefits of exercise, you may be motivated to get your dose of exercise because you can be smarter. Did you know exercise had such an impact on your brain? Boost your brain with your workout today!