{"id":261468,"date":"2023-10-01T19:57:37","date_gmt":"2023-10-01T23:57:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ecsdev.participaction.com\/?p=261468"},"modified":"2023-12-05T17:35:20","modified_gmt":"2023-12-05T22:35:20","slug":"5-exercises-for-depression-relief","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecsdev.participaction.com\/blog\/5-exercises-for-depression-relief\/","title":{"rendered":"5 great exercises for depression relief"},"content":{"rendered":"
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”Regular text row” _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”0f8cda64-7ae3-4720-a7da-52dd386598a1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” max_width=”1000px” custom_padding=”1px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_text_color=”#4e2683″ header_2_font_size=”32px” custom_margin=”||||false|false” header_2_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”29px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
There is tons of research on the benefits of physical activity<\/a> for depression. While physical activity<\/a> is by no means a replacement for therapy and medications, it’s clear that it has a beneficial role to play.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ admin_label=”Left Text – Right Image – row” _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”0f8cda64-7ae3-4720-a7da-52dd386598a1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” max_width=”1000px” custom_margin=”60px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”40px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”40px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|35px|||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”|0px|||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”|0px|||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_text_color=”#4e2683″ header_2_font_size=”32px” header_2_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”29px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n One study<\/a> looking at 1,904 middle-aged Australian women with depressive symptoms noted that higher levels of walking were linked to an increase in health-related quality of life. The women were asked to complete a health-related quality of life questionnaire that looked at both physical and psychological factors, as well as a physical activity recall survey.<\/p>\n Women who averaged 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity each week, which is consistent with Canada’s guidelines<\/a>, felt more energized, less depressed and more likely to want to socialize. And this was just one study. There are many other similar papers out there that support the benefits of walking, particularly when it’s done regularly.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding_tablet=”40px|0px||0px|false|false” custom_padding_phone=”40px|0px||0px|false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/ecsdev.participaction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/shutterstock_1937543218-scaled.jpg” alt=”A person pole walking on a snow-covered forest trail. ” title_text=”A person pole walking on a snow-covered forest trail. ” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|tablet” admin_label=”Image” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”392px” max_width_tablet=”” max_width_phone=”316px” max_width_last_edited=”on|phone” module_alignment=”center” height=”309px” height_tablet=”309px” height_phone=”300px” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” module_alignment_tablet=”center” module_alignment_phone=”center” module_alignment_last_edited=”off|desktop” border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ admin_label=”Left Text – Right Image – row” _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”0f8cda64-7ae3-4720-a7da-52dd386598a1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” max_width=”1000px” custom_margin=”60px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”40px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”40px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|35px|||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”|0px|||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”|0px|||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_text_color=”#4e2683″ header_2_font_size=”32px” header_2_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”29px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Running, and other high-intensity or aerobic activities, are probably the most heavily researched exercises when it comes to preventing or reducing depression. Running instantly gets some endorphins and dopamine – important brain chemicals responsible for mood – moving throughout the body. Ever heard of a runner’s high?<\/p>\n One study<\/a> looked at the impact of combining meditation and running to help treat depression among adult men and women in the U.S. 22 participants were asked to first meditate for 20 minutes (entry-level meditation that focuses on sitting quietly and focusing on breathing), followed by 10 minutes of walking meditation (focusing on each step they took), and finally, 30 minutes of running on a treadmill at a moderate speed.<\/p>\n Participants repeated this process twice a week for eight weeks. Not only did this combo reduce their depression by up to 40%, but it also helped limit dwelling on unhappy thoughts and unpleasant memories from the past (known as rumination).<\/p>\n Time to lace up those sneakers and let the feel-good hormones flow!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding_tablet=”40px|0px||0px|false|false” custom_padding_phone=”40px|0px||0px|false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/ecsdev.participaction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/shutterstock_2119585367.jpg” alt=”A man jogging on a snow-covered path by a lake. ” title_text=”A man jogging on a snow-covered path by a lake. ” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|tablet” admin_label=”Image” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”392px” max_width_tablet=”” max_width_phone=”316px” max_width_last_edited=”on|phone” module_alignment=”center” height=”309px” height_tablet=”309px” height_phone=”300px” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” module_alignment_tablet=”center” module_alignment_phone=”center” module_alignment_last_edited=”off|desktop” border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ admin_label=”Left Text – Right Image – row” _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”0f8cda64-7ae3-4720-a7da-52dd386598a1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” max_width=”1000px” custom_margin=”60px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”40px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”40px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|35px|||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”|0px|||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”|0px|||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_text_color=”#4e2683″ header_2_font_size=”32px” header_2_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”29px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Stretch, focus and breathe! Research continues to boast the benefits of yoga in not only improving physical health but mental health as well.<\/p>\n Published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine<\/em>, a small study examined the impact of yoga on helping people ease depression. 30 adults (18-64 years) who suffered from depression were divided into two groups: one took a 90-minute Iyengar yoga class, which focuses on posture, strong alignment and deep breathing, three times a week, and did four 30-minute sessions at home. The other group took two group classes and did three at-home sessions per week. After just three months, all participants, regardless of group assignment, saw a notable decrease in their depression symptoms by at least 50%!<\/p>\n While the more yoga you do appears to yield better results, doing yoga at least twice a week seems to provide some pretty amazing health benefits. Time to get your yoga on!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding_tablet=”40px|0px||0px|false|false” custom_padding_phone=”40px|0px||0px|false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/ecsdev.participaction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/shutterstock_2372805205.jpg” alt=”A man doing yoga in a living room. ” title_text=”A man doing yoga in a living room. ” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|tablet” admin_label=”Image” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”392px” max_width_tablet=”” max_width_phone=”316px” max_width_last_edited=”on|phone” module_alignment=”center” height=”309px” height_tablet=”309px” height_phone=”300px” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” module_alignment_tablet=”center” module_alignment_phone=”center” module_alignment_last_edited=”off|desktop” border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ admin_label=”Left Text – Right Image – row” _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”0f8cda64-7ae3-4720-a7da-52dd386598a1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” max_width=”1000px” custom_margin=”60px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”40px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”40px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|35px|||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”|0px|||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”|0px|||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_text_color=”#4e2683″ header_2_font_size=”32px” header_2_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”29px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n A 2014 paper<\/a> in the International Journal of Behavioral Medicine<\/em> reviewed 42 papers that examined the effects of tai chi on psychological well-being. While additional high-quality work is still needed to identify how and why this particular activity is beneficial, the findings of this paper support tai chi as a useful tool for positively impacting depression, anxiety and overall psychological well-being.<\/p>\n Tai chi is all about slow and controlled movements, which is particularly great for older adults or individuals with arthritis or balance concerns. Why not try tai chi to help lift your mood and welcome more positive energy into your life?<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding_tablet=”40px|0px||0px|false|false” custom_padding_phone=”40px|0px||0px|false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/ecsdev.participaction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/shutterstock_2350170275.jpg” alt=”A woman practicing tai chi in a living room. ” title_text=”A woman practicing tai chi in a living room. ” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|tablet” admin_label=”Image” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”392px” max_width_tablet=”” max_width_phone=”316px” max_width_last_edited=”on|phone” module_alignment=”center” height=”309px” height_tablet=”309px” height_phone=”300px” height_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” module_alignment_tablet=”center” module_alignment_phone=”center” module_alignment_last_edited=”off|desktop” border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ admin_label=”Left Text – Right Image – row” _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”0f8cda64-7ae3-4720-a7da-52dd386598a1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” max_width=”1000px” custom_margin=”60px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”40px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”40px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|35px|||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”|0px|||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”|0px|||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_text_color=”#4e2683″ header_2_font_size=”32px” header_2_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”29px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n A 2010 review paper<\/a> extensively reviewed 18 published articles on weightlifting and depression. While some of the results were mixed, many of the studies concluded that weightlifting, or resistance training, plays a significant role in decreasing depressive symptoms, particularly in adults.<\/p>\n Weightlifting is definitely a great way to blow off some steam, boost those endorphins and get stronger all at the same time. 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Fortunately, there’s a way to lift your spirits that’s within everyone’s grasp: just get your body moving!<\/p>\n For a simple, motivating and fun way to get moving, combat the winter blues and have the chance to win prizes, join the Move for your Mood<\/em> challenge<\/a>, taking place January 15 – 31.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row gutter_width=”2″ make_equal=”on” admin_label=”2 Boxes – row” _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”0f8cda64-7ae3-4720-a7da-52dd386598a1″ max_width=”1000px” custom_margin=”30px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||||true|true” custom_css_main_element=”overflow: unset;” border_radii=”off||||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#ffffff” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ box_shadow_vertical=”3px” box_shadow_blur=”30px” box_shadow_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.05)” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Title” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_4_font=”Open Sans|700|||||||” header_4_text_align=”center” header_4_text_color=”#ffffff” header_4_font_size=”20px” background_color=”#4e2683″ custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true” hover_enabled=”0″ border_radii=”off|10px|10px||” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.35em” link_text_color=”#000000″ custom_padding=”22px|45px|60px|45px|false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”20px|20px|20px|20px|false|false” custom_padding_phone=”20px|15px|20px|15px|false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” link_text_color__hover_enabled=”on|hover” link_text_color__hover=”#4e2683″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n While physical activity can be an essential mental health tool, you should always reach out for additional supports and services if needed. Wellness Together Canada provides free resources for mental health and substance use support 24\/7.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n TEXT: WELLNESS (adults) or FRONTLINE to 741741<\/strong><\/p>\n Visit: WellnessTogether.ca<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" There is tons of research on the benefits of physical activity for depression. Here are 5 exercises for depression relief.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14,"featured_media":309040,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":" Tons of research is being released looking at the benefits of physical activity and depression. A\u00a0recent paper reviewing all of these studies<\/a>\u00a0concluded that physical activity has an important preventative role to play.<\/p> With depression expected to be the\u00a0second-leading cause of global illness<\/a>\u00a0by 2030, and the leading cause in high-income countries like Canada, serious steps need to be taken to support mental well-being.<\/p> While physical activity is by no means a replacement for therapy and meds, it\u2019s clear that it has a beneficial role to play.<\/p> 1. WALKING<\/strong><\/p> One\u00a0study<\/a>\u00a0looking at 1,904 middle-aged Australian women with depressive symptoms noted that higher levels of walking were linked to an increase in health-related quality of life. The women were asked to complete a health-related quality of life questionnaire (which looked at both physical and psychological factors) as well as a physical activity recall survey.<\/p> It was found that women who averaged 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity each week (which is consistent with Canada\u2019s\u00a0guidelines<\/a>), felt more energized, less depressed, and more likely to want to socialize. And this is just one study. There are many other similar papers out there which support the benefits of walking, particularly when it\u2019s done regularly.<\/p> What\u2019s great about this activity is that anyone can do it, regardless of fitness ability, and you can do it almost anywhere. We\u2019re all for it.<\/p> For more on walking, please visit:\u00a0#19 \u2013 Walking<\/a>\u00a0on ParticipACTION\u2019s 150 Play List.<\/p> 2. RUNNING<\/strong><\/p> Running, and other high-intensity or aerobic activities, are probably the most heavily researched exercises when it comes to preventing or reducing depression. Running instantly gets some endorphins and dopamine (neurotransmitters \u2013 code for: important brain chemicals responsible for mood) moving throughout the body. Ever heard of a runner\u2019s high?<\/p> A recent\u00a0study<\/a>\u00a0looked at the impact of combining meditation and running to help treat depression among adult men and women in the US. Twenty-two participants were asked to first meditate for 20 minutes (entry-level meditation that focuses on sitting quietly and focusing on breathing), followed by 10 minutes of walking meditation (focusing on each step they took), and finally, 30 minutes of running on a treadmill at a moderate speed.<\/p> Participants repeated this process twice a week for eight weeks. Not only did this combo reduce their depression (up to 40%!), but it also helped limit dwelling on unhappy thoughts and unpleasant memories from the past (known as\u00a0rumination).<\/p> Time to lace up those sneakers and let the feel-good hormones flow!<\/p> For more on running, please visit:\u00a0#80 \u2013 Running<\/a>\u00a0on ParticipACTION\u2019s 150 Play List.<\/p> 3. YOGA<\/strong><\/p> Stretch, focus, and breathe! Research continues to boast the benefits of yoga in not only improving physical health, but mental health as well.<\/p> Published in the\u00a0Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine<\/em>, a small study examined the impact of yoga on helping people ease depression. Thirty adults (18-64 years) who suffered from depression were divided into two groups: half took a 90-minute Iyengar yoga class (which focuses on posture, strong alignment, and deep breathing) three times a week and did four 30-minute sessions at home, and the other half took two group classes and did three at-home sessions per week. After just three months, all participants, regardless of group assignment, saw a notable decrease in their depression symptoms by at least 50%!<\/p> While the more yoga you do appears to yield better results, doing yoga at least twice a week seems to provide some pretty amazing health benefits. Time to get your yoga on!<\/p> For more on yoga, please visit:\u00a0#27 \u2013 Yoga<\/a>\u00a0on ParticipACTION\u2019s 150 Playlist.<\/p> 4. TAI CHI<\/strong><\/p> A 2014\u00a0paper<\/a> in the\u00a0International Journal of Behavioral Medicine\u00a0reviewed 42 papers which examined the effects of Tai Chi on psychological well-being. While additional high-quality work is still needed to identify how and why this particular activity is beneficial (as well as its efficacy), the findings of this paper support Tai Chi as a useful tool in positively impacting depression, anxiety, and overall psychological well-being.<\/p> Tai Chi is all about slow and controlled movements, which is particularly great for older adults or individuals with arthritis or balance concerns. Why not try Tai Chi to help lift your mood and welcome more positive energy into your life?<\/p> For more on Tai Chi, please visit:\u00a0#108 \u2013 Tai Chi<\/a>\u00a0on ParticipACTION\u2019s 150 Play List.<\/p>Here are 5 exercises for depression relief<\/h2>\n
1. Walking<\/h3>\n
2. Running<\/h3>\n
3. Yoga<\/h3>\n
4. Tai chi<\/h3>\n
5. Weightlifting<\/h3>\n
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Join the Move for your Mood<\/em> challenge – January 15 – 31<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
Mental health supports and services<\/h4>\n
5 TYPES OF EXERCISE THAT CAN HELP WITH DEPRESSION<\/h2>