The Claim
Regular physical activity and social support are associated with reduced chronic stress burden and improved brain and body resilience, potentially through enhanced neurogenesis, reduced inflammation, and improved stress hormone regulation.
What the research says
Roughly balanced
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People who exercise regularly and have strong social connections tend to feel less stressed and handle life’s challenges better, maybe because their brains grow new cells, their bodies fight inflammation better, and their stress hormones work more smoothly.
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Regular physical activity and social support are associated with reduced chronic stress burden and improved brain and body resilience, potentially by enhancing neurogenesis, reducing inflammation, and improving stress hormone regulation.
What the research says
1 studyStudy: Physiology and neurobiology of stress and adaptation: central role of the brain.
This study says that exercising regularly and having good friends can help your brain and body handle stress better, which keeps you healthier over time.
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