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How exercise can treat and prevent common mental health issues like anxiety and depression - ABC News

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After feeling challenged and disconnected during recurring lockdowns, the 29-year-old decided to try out a community football team in Melbourne's inner suburbs. "Finding footy and this club genuinely changed my life," she said. Before football, Nikola struggled to find exercise that suited her. While she never had a diagnosed mental health condition, she credits the South Melbourne Districts team with transforming her physical and mental health. "I'm just such a happier, healthy version of myself by being here," she said. What Nikola experienced is backed by research. The link between mental health and physical activity is strong enough that studies are showing exercise can be used on its own as a treatment for mild to moderate depression or anxiety. Physical activity has also been shown to prevent the onset of common mental health conditions in the first place. With the latest figures pointing to declining mental wellbeing and an alarming rise in mental illness, particularly among you

How exercise can treat and prevent common mental health issues like anxiety and depression By Kate Ashton Topic: Mental Health Posted Wed 14 Feb 2024 at 6:38am Wed 14 Feb 2024 at 6:38am Wed 14 Feb 2024 at 6:38am , updated Thu 15 Feb 2024 at 11:03am Thu 15 Feb 2024 at 11:03am Thu 15 Feb 2024 at 11:03am Loading YouTube content abc.net.au/news/mental-health-exercise-treat-prevent-depression-anxiety/103431858 Link copied Share Share article During the pandemic, Nikola Sowry made a decision that helped her become happier and healthier. After feeling challenged and disconnected during recurring lock

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