According to a Japanese study, running at moderate intensity for even a short period of time produces noticeable effects. This is mentioned in the insert
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That sport is a cure-all for cardiovascular and metabolic health by now known. Exercising also improves mood and psychophysical well-being: after a game of tennis in the morning or a swim before dinner, the release of endorphins gives pleasure, gratification and happiness to help you cope with stress better. The most popular excuse to indulge in laziness is often the same: there is no time. The good news for (perhaps) overcoming indolence comes from a study recently published in Scientific Reports which highlights how even just ten minutes of moderate-intensity running is enough to improve mood and cognitive function.
An activity within everyone’s reach
According to experts from the University of Tsukuba, Japan, a few minutes of running allow you to increase blood flow to areas of the bilateral prefrontal cortexthe part of the brain that plays an important role in controlling mood and executive functions, so as to improve intellectual performance as a result. Running is an activity within everyone’s reachwhich does not require special equipment or investments and therefore also suitable for students who, for study reasons, have to combine the little time available with a generally limited portfolio.
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