An extensive review of global research suggests that exercise, especially aerobic activities such as running, swimming and dancing, may be one of the most effective treatments for depression and anxiety[1][3][5]. Researchers analyzed 97 reviews and 1,039 trials with a total of 128,119 participants between the ages of 10 and 90[1]. Physical activity significantly reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety in all clinical populations and often matches or exceeds the effects of medication and therapy[1][3][5]. Shorter, higher-intensity exercise had the greatest effect, while longer duration had less benefit[1][3]. All types of activity are beneficial, including aerobic exercise such as walking, resistance training, pilates, and yoga[1][3]. Yoga and body and mind exercises help especially with anxiety, resistance exercises with depression[3]. Exercise improves symptoms 1.5 times better than therapy or medication[3][5].