Advertisement

82. The Science of Exercise and Mental Health

IT will come as no revelation that exercise is good for us, and good for our mental health. But the reality is science does not fully understand why it is so good for us. This week Luke delves into the factors behind the benefits of fitness, including...

Share this article

07.00 23 Jun 2022


82. The Science of Exercise and Mental Health



Share this article

07.00 23 Jun 2022


IT will come as no revelation that exercise is good for us, and good for our mental health. But the reality is science does not fully understand why it is so good for us. This week Luke delves into the factors behind the benefits of fitness, including the chemical BNDF, and why it is crucial to the link between exercise and our mental health, from battling depression to PTSD.


Read more about

Show Me The Science With Luke O'Neill

Related Episodes

Will the cost of hosting the R...

00:14:55

Will the cost of hosting the Ryder Cup be worth it?

The Hard Shoulder

00:14:55


Man bags - are we ready for th...

00:11:58

Man bags - are we ready for them?

Moncrieff

00:11:58


Around the World: Livestreamer...

00:18:09

Around the World: Livestreamer killed on video in Mexico

Around The World

00:18:09


Can you keep everyone happy on...

00:12:20

Can you keep everyone happy on a group holiday?

Moncrieff

00:12:20