Facts about Doing Sport

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611. When running, you can trick your body into running faster by focusing on something ahead of you. 

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612. Physical activity boosts academic achievement, including grades and standardized test scores. Sport also enhances concentration and attention.

613. Exercises helps create new brain cells. This improves brain power and brain activity.

614. If your feet hurt after running, it helps to roll a tennis ball with your feet. (It's even better if you put it in the freezer first! I swear on that method!)

 (It's even better if you put it in the freezer first! I swear on that method!)

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615. Doing sport boosts your self-esteem, leadership qualities and goal-setting, according to multiple studies.

616. Exercising releases endorphins and dopamine (the same neurotransmitters released during drug use) which make you feel happy. 

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617. Stretching before a workout actually destabilises your muscles and makes them more susceptible to injuries. You should always be warmed up before you stretch

618. If you exercise 3 times a week for 45 minutes you can help prevent signs of aging.

619. Moving forward (as in walking and running) is actually the process of losing and regaining your balance.

 Moving forward (as in walking and running) is actually the process of losing and regaining your balance

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Regaining being the main component. 

620. Workouts can improve the look of your skin because sweat releases dirt through your pores which reduces acne.


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