Authors Fareeha Butt Department of Physiology, Dow Medical College, Dow University of Health Sciences Mozaffer Rahim Hingorjo, Department of Physiology, Dow International Medical College, Dow University of Health Sciences Sadiqa Syed Department of Physiology, Dow Dental College, Dow University of Health Sciences Riaz Ahmed Shahid Department of Forensic Medicine, Dow Medical College, Dow University of Health Sciences Lubna Riaz Department of Physiology, Dow Medical College, Dow University of Health Sciences Nasrul Huda, Department of Anatomy, Dow Medical College, Dow University of Health Sciences Keywords: Physical activity, Mental health, Health benefits. Abstract

There are a number of benefits to mental health that have been related to physical activity. Some of these benefits include relief from stress and depression, improved thinking, and an overall improvement in emotional wellbeing. According to a number of studies, people suffering from mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, and depression may all respond well to treatments that focus on physical activity. It is possible that including regular exercise as part of one’s lifestyle will not only improve one’s physical health but will also improve one’s mental health and general well-being. Providers of mental health services have an important part to play in encouraging those who suffer from mental illness to engage in physically active pursuits. To have a full understanding of the potential benefits of mixing physical activity interventions with standard mental health therapies, such as psychotherapy and psychopharmacology, additional research is required.

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