Sweat for your skin: how exercise can improve your complexion

It's no secret that exercise is good for the body. From the heart to the lungs to toned muscles, a little exercise can go a long way, but can it also benefit the skin? According to American Academy of Dermatology, Yes, it can.

The organization says research has shown that "moderate exercise can improve circulation and strengthen the immune system." Which, in turn, can "give you a more youthful look to your skin," meaning that regular exercise can be the perfect complement to the anti-aging day cream you recently purchased. In addition to making you look younger, sweating can also help tone your skin, release tension from both your mind and body, and can also help you get a good night's sleep. which can do wonders for the skin. Feeling motivated to hit the gym or finally sign up for a new training class? Good. Now drop it and give us 50…we mean keep reading because we're diving deep into three big benefits of exercise for your skin. 

TONE YOUR MUSCLES

Burpees, squats and leg presses can be the bane of our existence, especially during the last set. However, the suffering associated with these exercises can be justified in many ways. Lifting weights and other bodyweight exercises will make your muscles appear tighter and tighter.

RELEASE STRESS FROM YOUR MIND… AND YOUR SKIN

Have you ever heard of a runner's high? Exercise can help relieve tension and stress by releasing endorphins in your body, which can put you in a state of euphoria. In doing so, you may find that your mind drifts away from what you were thinking before your workout. This, in turn, can help counteract the negative effects of stress on the skin. 

GET A BETTER NIGHT SLEEP

Believe it or not, exercise can promote good sleep, as being physically active can burn off all that extra energy that keeps you in bed for hours after waking up. A good night's sleep is important for your skin if you want it to look radiant and rested. No wonder it is called the dream of beauty!