Kinesiology 2980A/B Lecture 1: Taniya S. Nagpal Exercise as Medicine
26 Jan 2019
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Medication performed the same as exercise or a combination of both. 4 groups: group exercise, home based exercise, antidepresents, placebo pills. Exercise groups went for a walk or jog 3 times per week. Exercise group participated in group resistance training twice a week. 3 groups: aerobic and antidepressants, stretching only and antidepressants, antidepressants only. Aerobic group went for a walk or run everyday. Patients with chronic illnesses, including depression and anxiety. Why do you think exercise has a positive health - reduced risk of associated chronic diseases. Improved overall health- reduced risk of associate chronic disease. For example: patients with obesity, diabetes and heart disease are more likely to experience symptoms of depression. Lack of social support is a predictor for potential mental health related problems. Why do you think exercise has a positive impact on your mental health. Specifically - exercise improves brain blood flow and neuron activity. This has an impact on: concentration, memory, anxiety levels, mood.
