4 Things Exercise Can Do For You Right Now

4 Things Exercise Can Do For You Right Now By Paige Waehner  We focus a lot on external goals when we exercise - Things like losing weight, looking better in our clothes, etc.  But that usually takes a long time.  Exercise is good at a whole slew of things and, the great thing about that is:  You can get some Instant Gratification.  You need that sometimes to keep going and maybe that will help today.  Exercise and Stress Relief   Just going outside and moving your body can give you instant stress relief.  In fact, exercise is the best way to fight stress and get your mind off your troubles.  Put on some music and lose yourself. READ NOW Exercise and Depression   Exercise is one of the best things you can do to boost your mood when you're depressed, but how do you get moving when it's the last thing on your mind?  I have some tips. READ NOW Exercise for a Healthy Heart   Even just 5 minutes of exercise can have a beneficial effect on your heart, making it both stronger and more efficient at delivering oxygenated blood throughout your body.  Everybody has 5 minutes, right? READ NOW Exercise for a Better Sex Life   Long-term exercise can improve your sex life, but did you know that a workout can give your sex life an instant booth?  Getting those endorphins going can get you in the mood. READ NOW Advertisement READ THESE NEXT Quiz: Does Your Lifestyle Make You Happy? How Much Do You Know About Piaget's Stages of Cognitive Development? Quiz: What's Your Yoga Personality? Were You Affected by an Alcoholic Parent? Quiz: Are You an 'Adrenaline Junkie?' Quiz: Are You At Risk For Burnout? Understanding Lung Cancer 15 Questions You Should Be Able to Answer About Psychology Research Methods AN ABOUT.COM BRAND You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Exercise newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2016 Verywell.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.