Scientists and exercise enthusiasts have long noted that aerobic exercise can provide a positive mood boost. Recent research suggests exercise can even be an effective treatment for depression.

The largest, most comprehensive review on the topic yet reveals more powerful benefits of physical activity for mental health. In a 2022 systematic review, researchers analyzed 15 prospective studies ...

For 12 weeks, 149 people ran around a fitness facility in Gothenburg, Sweden three times a week — not because they wanted to lose weight or attain some New Year’s resolution, but because they wanted ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The study, published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, encompassed 97 different analyses over ...

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At the end of the study, researchers identified two major findings of note via a questionnaire given to all participants. First, they noted that the exercise regimen reduced "state anxiety"—meaning ...

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Many studies show that infrequent physical activity increases the risk of developing depressed mood. Physical exercise increases the levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and may enhance ...