Mental health and physical health are closely connected. Research suggests that increased physical activity of any kind can improve depression, anxiety, and ADHD symptoms, improve sleep, and reduce stress. Engaging in regular physical activity has also been shown to reduce the risk of developing depression and other mental health conditions in children and adults. This training program will introduce participants to the benefits of movement on mental health. They will learn how movement impacts mental health and learn strategies for adding movement to their daily routine.
Learning Points
- Learn the impacts that movement can have on overall health.
- Discover the ways that simple movement and exercises can improve mental health.
- Understand possible obstacles to movement and how to overcome them
- Learn strategies to begin adding movement to one’s daily routine with the goal of improving mental health
A trained Optum instructor will be on site (Zoom is available) for this event. You can register for this class in Kate — search Benefits Matter.
Tuesday, May 19, 2:00 – 3:00 pm (Central)
Location: 910 Madison, HR Training Room – 753
Faculty and Staff – Register