After the Bell with Dillon
Giving people a chance to share their inspirational origin stories. In this podcast I aim to discuss relevant topics such as education, mental health, social media and world politics. Every week I chat with a guest about several topics that relate to the world we live in and how it impacts on our mental health.
After the Bell with Dillon
Run Your Way Out: How Fitness Rewires a Depressed Brain
In this episode, Dillon breaks down how running and fitness can literally rewire the brain during depression.
From boosting BDNF — the brain’s natural antidepressant — to disrupting negative thought loops, building resilience, and creating daily purpose, running becomes far more than exercise. It becomes a lifeline.
Dillon explores ten science-backed ways movement can lift you out of darkness:
how consistent training resets the nervous system, why discipline matters more than motivation, and how the simple act of putting one foot in front of the other can rebuild identity, confidence, and hope.
Whether you’re struggling, supporting someone who is, or just curious about the mental health benefits of fitness, this episode offers a grounded, honest look at how running can transform the mind — one mile at a time.
After the Bell
