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“Do 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise each week” is tried-and-true advice from health professionals. Sure, regular exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease, but investigation A study as recent as 2023 shows that exercise can also improve mental well-being.
However, if you dig deep enough down the social media rabbit hole, you’ll see posts about exercises that can improve Levels of cortisol, a stress hormone.. They are not unfounded. A 2021 review found that high-intensity interval training increased cortisol levels. Then what is? Can exercise reduce stress or exacerbate cortisol levels?
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