2019 | OriginalPaper | Chapter
Get physical!
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50 Ways to Manage Stress
When we feel stressed, we are less likely to exercise.33 Research shows students who exercise 20 minutes three times a week are less likely to report mental health concerns. Physical activity that increases the heartrate triggers release of BDNF; this acts as a ‘re-set’ mechanism so that we feel clearer, refreshed and happier after exercise.