Four ways participation in exercise programs can help learners overcome the negative emotional effects of discrimination are as follows:
- Improving self-esteem (Regular exercise can boost self-confidence and help individuals feel better about themselves)
- Reducing stress (Discrimination can be a significant source of stress. Exercise has been shown to reduce stress levels, which can help individuals cope with negative emotions associated with discrimination)
- Building resilience (Engaging in exercise can help individuals develop resilience and persistence, which can be beneficial in overcoming the challenges associated with discrimination. Discrimination can be demoralizing and make individuals feel like giving up.)
- Providing a sense of community (Participation in exercise programs can create a sense of community and belonging, which is very important for people who have experienced discrimination. Feeling a connection with others who share similar experiences can be empowering and help them overcome negative emotions)
Some extra in case you do not fancy those:
- Boosting mood (Exercise has been seen to cause endorphins to release, which can improve mood and symptoms of depression and anxiety)
- Promote physical health (Exercise can increase physical health, which can also increase mental health and feeling good about your body.)
- Provide a sense of control (Discrimination can make people feel like they have no control over their lives. Engaging in regular exercise can provide a sense of control as you take charge of your physical health and well-being)
- Improve cognitive function (Exercise has been seen to improve cognitive function and memory, which can help people better cope with the effects of discrimination and develop more effective methods of handling negative emotions.)
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