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Effectiveness of physical activity interventions for improving depression, anxiety and distress: an overview of systematic reviews

Ben SinghTimothy OldsRachel CurtisDot DumuidRosa VirgaraAaron WatsonKimberley SzetoEmily O'ConnorTy FergusonEdward EglitisAayush MiatkeCatherine E. M. SimpsonCarol Maher

A large review of exercise research found physical activity reduces depression and anxiety symptoms about as much as therapy or medication does, across many types of exercise and populations.

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