Olga Hays, Manager of Employee Well-being at Sharp HealthCare, has identified the various benefits of exercise, including its potential to improve sleep quality. She has outlined four major advantages of regular physical activity.
"the benefits of exercise are numerous and proven," said Hays, according to SHARP. "Even in small doses, exercise can improve your mood, protect your bones, improve your memory and brain function, control your weight and reduce your risk of chronic disease. However, when it comes to using exercise as a tool to improve sleep, you can start to enjoy benefits overnight. As anyone who has tried to lose weight or build muscle knows, when it comes to improving health, patience is necessary to see the benefits of a new behavior."
According to Sharp Health News, engaging in regular exercise can enhance the quality of sleep. This is attributed to the fact that physical activity induces longer periods of deep sleep, which in turn improves heart health and stress management. Another benefit derived from daily exercise is reduced stress and anxiety. Exercise acts as a natural anti-stress mechanism and conditions the body to manage stress effectively. The fourth advantage of exercise highlighted by Hays is a lower risk of insomnia or other sleep-related disorders.
Sharp Health News also emphasizes the importance of sleep for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and well-being. Sleep not only bolsters the immune system but also boosts metabolism and enhances memory, making it easier to learn new things. Hays points out that exercising before bed can often be challenging due to the release of endorphins during physical activity. Therefore, it's generally recommended to exercise two hours before bedtime to ensure restful sleep while still reaping the benefits of exercise.
Sharp Health News provides further insight into Olga Hays' background. As the current Manager of Employee Well-being at Sharp HealthCare, she is a self-proclaimed 'gym junkie' with a passion for nutrition, fitness, and self-empowerment. Her credentials extend beyond her managerial role; she has competed in the National Physique Committee figure competition and enjoys creating healthy meals as well as being an enthusiast for billiards.
