
MENTAL HEALTH & EXERCISE: THE POWER DUO
Have you ever felt so overwhelmed that tears just started flowing out of nowhere? Or have you ever had someone ask you to do a basic task, and all you could think was, "I’m going to put your head through the wall"? Ever gone through something emotionally draining, did something physical, then felt this weird sense of relief or calm? That’s the power of exercise on your mental health.
Exercise isn't just about getting your body moving—it's about connecting with your emotions, relieving stress, and taking control when life feels like it's spiraling. So, during Mental Health Awareness Month, let’s talk about how movement, in all its forms, can be your ally in maintaining mental well-being.

UNDERSTANDING RESISTANCE TRAINING SKILL LITERACY
While physical literacy covers a diverse spread of skill sets in a variety of environments, it is worth asking, “Is there a specific benefit to having youth in gyms and weight rooms?”. The short answer is, yes. The reason is that performing resistance training movements can grow one’s understanding of how to use their muscles and move their body. This skill is called resistance training skill literacy (RTSL).