Strong bodies may build strong minds, according to a meta-analysis conducted by JAMA Psychiatry in June 2018. The physical benefits of weight training have been well known and documented for years. However, this series of 33 clinical trials is demonstrating a clear connection between strength training and reduction of depressive symptoms.

The study assessed various factors such as training volume, strength or muscle mass increase, and health status and found that none of these had a significant impact on decreasing depressive symptoms. Age did not seem to have a significant impact either, as participants of all ages experienced the same impact on their mental health. As long as the participants were strength training anywhere from 2-5 times a week, they would benefit.

This meta-analysis did not assess or compare any other modes of exercise to strength training. It is possible  that other physical activities may have a similar effect on mental health. Strength training should not be used as a replacement for traditional treatments and medication and should only be used as a supplement to treatment for clinically depressed individuals.

For more information on weight training and its effect on reducing depressive symptoms, visit Weight Training May Help to Ease or Prevent Depression.

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“Even If You Exercise Regularly, This One Habit Could Undo All Your Hard Work” 

How sedentary is your lifestyle? There are many opinions on what the best exercise routine is.

Presented evidence from the American Association’s Scientific Session, 2017 – finds that it isn’t about the exercises you do, it’s how active you are in general. “In other words, regular exercise is important for many health reasons, but it’s not enough in itself. We also need to remain active throughout the rest of the day.” 

To learn more, check out this article in Reader’s Digest – Even If You Exercise Regularly, This One Habit Could Undo All Your Hard Work

Coach Beverly also provides many helpful Exercise Resources to help you and your patients stay active and healthy!

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A Harvard doctor says these are the best exercises for your body

Here at Diabetes Education Services, we walk on a treadmill desk and do strength training every day! How do you stay fit?

According to this new article by the Business Insider, a professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School, I-Min Lee, declares that long distance running is actually not the best way to get into shape! In fact, Professor Lee recommends some unsuspecting choices:

1. Swimming
2. Tai Chi
3. Strength Training
4. Walking
5. Kegel exercises 

Find out more below:

“A Harvard doctor says these are the best exercises for your body”

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