These are challenging times for all. We are currently moving through some unprecedented times for sure. With the Lockdown being extended now till the 3rd of May, it means that we will be totally restricted to our homes. Social Distancing and staying at home are indeed very essential to help us fight the deadly Corona Virus. So far thankfully India has been doing well.
This great crisis is taking its toll on all fronts. Not only is it a great health danger, but with the lockdown with most sectors coming to a complete standstill, the economic situation too has become vulnerable. The only thing that we may be comforted with is the fact that nothing is more precious than human life. This is why we need to do everything to save human lives and this is why it is all the more essential that we follow strictly what the authorities have been emphasizing on. With so much tension all around it is possible that you are also undergoing great stress. So along with the upkeep of physical health and hygiene, we must also take good care of our mental health too.
For most this is the first time in our lives that we have been restricted to our homes. Out of the many things that you can do to stay mentally healthy during these challenging times, it is of utmost importance that you stay physically healthy too. Let us see why it is important for us to stay physically healthy during this period of Lockdown:
How Staying Physically Active helps boost Mental Health?
You must note that certain research reveals that certain physical activities help the brain release chemicals these are what make you feel good and energetic. Some of the benefits of these are as follows:
- Helps to minimize tension and stress
- You would have a natural boost of energy
- Sleep, as you know, is essential for health- with increased physical activity the quality of your sleep improves boosting health
- Focus on life and better Motivation
- You would feel less anger and frustration- Which during these time owing to being restricted to home might be natural
- Healthy Appetite and thus better food habits as well
- You would feel a sense of achievement and thus you would feel good about yourself.
- Helps to detoxify your body thus boosts physical health too
So it is imperative that you have now spend a life that involves many physical activities. It is being seen t for many the domestic help may not be available at present, as a result, of which, you might yourself have to be involved in household chores. Here physical activities like brooming and sweeping can indeed boost your physical activity levels. Apart from this, you could also follow a regular fitness routine involving certain exercises suited for you that might help. You can also indulge in Yoga and meditation to keep yourself mentally positive and refreshed as well. Instead of just lazing around day in and day out, it is best that you follow a daily routine and stick to the same. You could also consider certain creative pursuits like singing and gardening that you might have been fond of earlier.