The (Serious) Mental Health Benefits of Playing Dodgeball
Two things about treadmill workouts: they’re easy to bail on after a long day of work, and they can be sort of lonely. Recreational sports leagues, on the other hand, come complete with a sense of community that holds you accountable to your exercise commitments and bolsters your mental well-being. “That feeling of not wanting to cancel on your team keeps you from growing isolated as you get busy,” explains sports psychologist Dr. Adrienne Leslie-Toogood.
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