The immediate effects of exercise include both physiological and psychological benefits (body and mind.)

Immediate body benefits:

1. Glucose Levels: Physical activity helps regulate the blood glucose levels.

2. Adrenaline and nor adrenaline are stimulated by physical activity (chemicals in the brain that are partially responsible for mood state.)

3. Improved Sleep: Physical activity has been shown to enhance sleep quality and quantity in individuals of all ages.

Immediate Mental benefits:

1. Relaxation: appropriate physical activity enhances relaxation

2. Reduction of stress and anxiety

3. Enhanced mood state– numerous people report improvement in mood state following physical activity.