DEPRESSION

Medical research continues to demonstrate how important exercise prescription is to our health and well-being. Physical activity has been demonstrated to have positive effects on moods and reducing the depressive and anxiety symptoms, as well as promoting a faster recovery from a negative mood state.

Summary of the Benefits of Exercise Prescription

• Reduces the symptoms of depression and anxiety
• Can alliveate the symptoms associated with mild to moderate depression
• It has been shown the physical activity is as effective as the use of antidepressants for the treatment of depression
• Reduces the need for use of antidepressant and analgesic medications.