Exercise positively impacts levels of serotonin, a chemical that helps regulate mental health.<\/p>
- Exercise releases endorphins, the body\u2019s natural \u201chappy chemicals.<\/li>
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- Physical activity also stimulates the neurotransmitter norepinephrine, which improves mood.<\/li>
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- The sports environment fosters positive athlete development by facilitating the self-esteem, identity formation and feelings of competence.<\/li>
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- Encouraging positive peer relationships, leadership skills, teamwork, commitment and discipline.<\/li>
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- Encouraging positive peer relationships, leadership skills, teamwork, commitment and discipline.<\/li>
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- Improve the quality of life.<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t