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Move More, Worry Less?

Can exercise actually improve your mental health? According to a major 2026 review involving 38,000+ children and adolescents, physical activity can significantly reduce symptoms of both depression and anxiety.

Interestingly, you don’t need extreme workouts. Moderate exercise and resistance training were among the most effective approaches. Walking, dancing, recreational sports, strength training, or simply moving more can all help.

Exercise may work through both the brain and behavior: it can influence dopamine and serotonin, improve sleep, reduce stress, increase confidence, and provide a break from negative thoughts.

The key message? You don’t always need to push harder. Sometimes, you just need to move.

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