You don't have to run marathons for movement to be impactful. The most significant health improvement often lies between 'almost nothing' and 'a little, consistently.'
You don't have to run marathons for movement to be impactful. The most significant health improvement often lies between 'almost nothing' and 'a little, consistently.'
The WHO recommends 150–300 minutes of moderate aerobic activity per week or 75–150 minutes of vigorous activity, along with muscle-strengthening exercises at least twice a week.
Movement and mood
A large network meta-analysis of randomized trials on depression revealed beneficial effects from walking, jogging, yoga, and strength training, among others.
The best workout is the one that fits back into your schedule
The perfect plan you never implement is less effective than 20 minutes of walking five times a week.
Strength after forty and beyond
Resistance training helps preserve muscle mass and function.
How to get started after a long break
Establish a minimal threshold: 10 minutes of movement each day for the first week.
What science says
The benefits of physical activity are supported by an extensive body of evidence. In treating depression, exercise demonstrates moderate effects.
Further reading: Daniel Lieberman, 'Exercised'
Sources
Bull F.C. et al. WHO 2020 guidelines on physical activity. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 2020.
Noetel M. et al. Effect of exercise for depression. BMJ, 2024. DOI: 10.1136/bmj-2023-075847.
This is educational material and does not substitute for individual diagnosis, psychotherapy, or medical advice.
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