Exercise and Depression What and How Much?

Exercise is widely recommended as a first-line treatment for depression of all types.  Many people have personal experience of feeling better and healthier when they integrate an exercise routine into their lives, and there are many studies showing measurable effects of exercise on clinical depression.  However, most of these studies are small, and there are few solid conclusions that can …

Exercise and Depression

Exercise is more than just cardio Moderate exercise is associated with lower rates of depression, longer life and reduced cognitive impairment in a number of recent studies.  Evidence is accumulating that exercise is for more than just cardio-vascular health, and confers significant benefits at all stages of life. A 2019 observational study looked at exercise rates correlated with depression rates …