Scientists reveal the critical years of exercising for better mental health

The ASICS 2024 State of Mind study also found a gap in exercise generation gap - the younger were less active. The report also suggests that it is never too late to state, that millennial and Gen Z women can make the most from their workouts as regular workouts largely impact their mental health.

Globally, it was found that people who stopped exercising before turning 15 had an average State of Mind score that was 15% lower than the global average.

New Delhi: Exercising is a must during teenage to stay active in adulthood, according to a new study. Ages 15 to 17 are said to be most important for long-term benefits. A study involving 26000 people around the world discovered that those who dropped out of workouts before turning 15 were less active and had poor mental health later in life. It was also noted that one is 11% less focused 10% less confident and 10% less calm.

The best age to workout

The ASICS 2024 State of Mind study also found a gap in exercise generation gap – the younger were less active. The report also suggests that it is never too late to state, that millennial and Gen Z women can make the most from their workouts as regular workouts largely impact their mental health. Researchers from King’s College, London, also found that the dip in workout levels from young participants at a young age is worrying, more so because it is associated with poor mental health later in life.

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The study also found that Gen Z around the world exhibits the lowest scores in the State of Mind as compared to the Silent Generation, this could affect future mental health in the world. The study assessed participants on the basis of their ‘State of Mind’ score and rated every country out of 100. Globally, it was found that people who stopped exercising before turning 15 had an average State of Mind score that was 15% lower than the global average.It was found that sports and workouts benefitted not just the body but also the mind and a dip in physical activity at 16-17, before turning 22, resulted in a dip in average mental health score by 13% and 6% respectively. It was also found that the younger generation felt more inactive.

Researchers said that the results of the second global State of Mind Study showed how important it is that young people maintain an active lifestyle and have positive outcomes in the years to come. Researchers said that they are committed to inspiring people to work towards better mental and physical health in the long run.