Research Guides: Mental Health Resources: Physical Activity

CDC Physical Activity Basics
Physical activity benefits include improved thinking or cognition for children 6 to 13 years of age and reduced short-term feelings of anxiety for adults. Regular physical activity can help keep your thinking, learning, and judgment skills sharp as you age. It can also reduce your risk of depression and anxiety and help you sleep better.

See more topics and benefits by visiting the CDC's page on physical activity.

Physical Activity Ideas and Links

Fitness Blender
We believe fitness should be accessible to everyone, everywhere, regardless of income level or access to a gym. That's why we offer hundreds of free, full-length workout videos, the most affordable and effective workout programs on the web, meal plans, and helpful health, nutrition and fitness information.
The Fitness Marshall
Original Dance Workouts created by Caleb Marshall. Choose your songs, make a playlist and dance along with Caleb to your own customized workout!
UMKC Campus Recreation
UMKC's Swinney Rec Center is offering free workout videos on it's instagram page @umkc and on their youtube page.
Urban Trail Co
This links to a list of trails in and around Kansas City. Go explore! More than 100 miles of beautiful, natural-surface trails are located on varied terrain throughout the Kansas City area. Each trail is open for hiking, trail running, and mountain biking.
Yoga with Arianna Elizabeth
She has one of the most comprehensive channels on YouTube that includes classes for beginners, relaxation yoga, meditation and many more classes. Born and raised in LA, currently residing in the midwest, but willing and able to travel at anytime!