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Oral, O., Rezaee, Z., Thapa, P., Nomikos, G. N., & Enser, M. (2024). A Comprehensive Review of the Metabolic and Psychophysiological Effect of Regular Exercise on Healthy Life. Global Sport Science, 3(1). https://doi.org/10.62836/gss.v3i1.170
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A Comprehensive Review of the Metabolic and Psychophysiological Effect of Regular Exercise on Healthy Life

Abstract: Background: This review article aims to emphasize the psychophysiological and metabolic health effects of regular exercise on a healthy lifestyle. Materials and Methods In the search for scientific literature for this review, data from the US National Library of Medicine (PubMed), MEDLINE, PsycINFO, and SportDiscus were used, and the terms “regular exercise”, “psychophysiological health”, “healthy lifestyle”, and “overall health” were used. The relevant literature has also taken its source from the research of relevant articles from reference lists derived from data searches. Results: Physical activity is not just a regular exercise habit aimed at improving metabolic health or reaching ideal weight. It also has a very significant impact on psychological and mental health. Scientific research has shown that regular exercise habits improve psychological health, reduce stress and improve general mental health. Due to the hormonal systems and physiological mechanisms that regular physical activity activates to improve mood, the effects of regular exercise on psychophysiological and general health as part of a healthy lifestyle should be emphasized. Conclusion: The common results of scientific research show that a healthy and quality life is possible by acquiring regular exercise behavior throughout life. It’s clear that regular physical activity appears to provide a number of metabolic and psychophysiological benefits for a healthier lifestyle. These include reductions in symptoms of depression and anxiety, improvement in cognitive function, reduction in stress, and improvements in overall health and well-being.

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