Being Boosted at East Orlando Gym
Orlando, FL (April 24th, 2025) –
At East Orlando Gym, we believe in the power of movement to as medicine, nurturing both body and mind. Exercise is one of the simplest—and most powerful—ways to lift your mood and sharpen your mind. Here’s how regular exercise helps with depression, anxiety, stress, focus, and memory, plus why working out together makes it even better.
Battling Depression
At East Orlando Gym, we’ve seen members emerge from workouts with brighter spirits and renewed hope. Aerobic training produces endorphins and serotonin—neurotransmitters that counteract depressive symptoms— which can ease mild to moderate depression almost as well as some medications⁶. Additionally, engaging in regular exercise improves sleep quality and self-esteem, both of which are often disrupted in depression⁷.
Easing Anxiety
Feeling on edge? Physical activity offers a natural remedy. Aerobic exercise decreases activity in the amygdala (the brain’s fear center) and dials down stress hormones like cortisol resulting in lower baseline anxiety levels9. Consistent movement also promotes a “mindful flow” state—focusing attention on breath and motion—which interrupts worry loops and cultivates calm8.
Stress Relief
Stress tightens muscles and clouds thinking, but sweating it out reverses these effects. Exercise lowers circulating cortisol and adrenaline, helping muscles relax and reducing physical symptoms of stress2. Over time, regular workouts recalibrate the stress response system, making everyday pressures easier to manage3.
Enhancing Focus & Memory
Did you know your gym session can be a brain booster? Exercise grows new brain cells in the hippocampus—the region responsible for memory and learning—by approximately 2%, translating into sharper recall and learning capacity 4. Exercise also elevates brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a protein that helps neurons connect, making it easier to concentrate and switch between tasks9.
The Power of Community at East Orlando Gym
Our group exercise classes offer more than just a workout. They create a supportive network where members hold each other accountable, celebrate milestones, and share challenges. This sense of belonging amplifies motivation, reduces feelings of isolation, and bolsters mental well-being.
Upcoming Classes & Events
Stay tuned here for our latest offerings and mark your calendars!
East Orlando Gym
- Pilates Meets Strength — Sundays, 9:15 AM
- Dance Lessons with Miss Val — Thursdays, 7:30 PM – 8:45 PM
- Dance Demo at Marketplace — Thursday, 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM
- Community CPR Course — Saturday, May 10th, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
- Body Blast — Saturday, May 17th, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Our Partners
- Cinco De Mayo Night Market — Saturday, May 3rd, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Senior Game Night — Tuesday, May 27th, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Avalon Park Run Club — Saturdays, 8:00 AM
Interested in hosting a special workshop or want your class featured? Contact Us!
May Specials and Promotions
*No Joiners fee for new members who sign up in May
*15% off for 6 months for 5th Floor Members
Personal Training
Sign up by May 31st to receive:
20% off Group Training
*60 min – 4 session package for $160/person
*60 min – 8 session package for $320/person
20% off Partnered Training
*60 min – 4 session package for $180/person
*60 min – 8 session package for $360/person
Contact Us
407-988-3884
marketing@eastorlandogym.com
References
- The impact of exercise on depression: how moving makes your mood better. PMCID: PMC11298280 PMC
- Exercising to Relax. Harvard Health Publishing. 2020. Harvard Health
- Working out boosts brain health. American Psychological Association. 2019. American Psychological Association
- Regular exercise changes the brain to improve memory, thinking skills. Harvard Health Blog. 2014. Harvard Health
- How to look after your mental health using exercise. Mental Health Foundation (UK). 2021. Mental Health Foundation
- The Role of Exercise in Management of Mental Health Disorders. PMCID: PMC8020774 PMC
- Effects of physical exercise on anxiety, depression, and sensitivity to stress. ScienceDirect. 1999. PMC
- How a Daily Walk Can Improve Your Mood and Mental Health. Verywell Health. 2025. Verywell Health
- Neural mechanisms underlying cognitive impairment in depression: The role of exercise. ScienceDirect. 2025. ScienceDirect
