"We now have evidence to support the claim that exercise is related to positive mental health as indicated by relief in symptoms of depression and anxiety."
Daniel M. Landers, The Influence of Exercise on Mental Health, Arizona State University
"We are well aware of the effect of diet upon our physical health. But we are only just beginning to understand how the brain as an organ is influenced by the nutrients it derives from the foods we eat and how diets have an impact on our mental health."
Dr Andrew McCulloch, Chief Executive of the Mental Health Foundation UK
“Now 10 weeks on I can tell you that my life has changed. The skills you learn throughout the Body Transform Program allow you to transform not only your physical shape, but also your mental focus and your ability to apply yourselves to challenges and succeed.”
Kent, 31, TV and Film Editor
"Exercise is particularly important for people with depression as it also gives structure and purpose to the day."
Mental Health Foundation, UK
"I would recommend Body Transform to anyone who wants to look and feel incredible and who wants to make a positive difference in ALL aspects of their life!"
Anna, 26, Accountant
"We often talk about the mind and body as though they are completely separate – but they aren't. The mind can’t function unless your body is working properly."
Physical Activity and Mental Health, The Royal College of Psychiatrists
"During my 10 weeks I increased my energy levels, inspired my son, and increased my self-esteem. I have changed my life, and I know I can maintain it."
Steve, 45
"There's good epidemiological data to suggest that active people are less depressed than inactive people. And people who were active and stopped tend to be more depressed than those who maintain or initiate an exercise program."
James Blumenthal, PhD, Clinical Psychologist at Duke University |
Exercise and nutrition can transform your health
With a new focus, continued effort towards an exercise and nutrition goal creates a lasting health transformation.
Good exercise and nutrition can be a great
front-line treatment for improving health Exercise and Nutrition are the foundations of your mental healthExercise and nutrition are the most fundamental things that affect your body, because: 1. Exercise is how you move your body 2. Nutrition is the energy your body runs on It should be no surprise that how you move and how you fuel your body has a huge effect on both your physical and mental health. If you are suffering from low energy levels and reduced sense of wellbeing it is entirely possible to transform your health simply by changing how you move and what energy you consume. (I do not make the above statements lightly; it would be irresponsible to do so. At the bottom of this page are links to a number of studies that prove clear links between exercise and nutrition and mental health.) Changing how you exercise and what you eat in alignment with a goal is extremely effective in transforming your health– because you change your physical and mental states at the same time. Making positive exercise and nutrition changes to achieve a short-term goal is a primary way to get you moving again and feeling that something good is possible. Body Transform is a 10-week Program that provides exercise, nutrition and goal-setting actions to help you achieve a body and health transformation.Bear in mind that addressing exercise and nutrition is only one of many ways to improve physical and mental health. It is not the only way, but it is a very good first step to take to get you back on track. What to do is clearly explained and constant support is available. Fast physical changes to your body and your mental health are possible when you exercise and eat in the Body Transform way.
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