Symptoms of Anxiousness Profoundly Reduced by Exercise

Symptoms of anxiousness are profoundly reduced by exercise according to a new study.

University of Georgia researchers report regular exercise reduces anxiety symptoms by 20 percent.

Exercising for 30 minutes was more effective  than shorter periods of exercise but researchers noted programs that lasted 3 to 12 weeks were more effective than programs that ran more than 12 weeks.

Matthew Herring, the study’s lead, said “Results showed that patients were more likely to adhere to, or stick with, shorter duration exercise programs, which might account for larger anxiety reductions compared to longer program durations. Stated another way, better participation rates likely will result in greater anxiety reductions.”

Herring added, “The findings of our review add to the growing body of evidence that physical activities such as walking or weight lifting may be low-cost, effective treatments to help alleviate anxiety symptoms among patients.

Exercise is the answer to so many problems both physical and mental. We can’t afford not to exercise! Make it one of your priorities.

The study showing symptoms of anxiousness are profoundly reduced by exercise was published in the February 22nd Archives of Internal Medicine.