Depressed?

Clinical depression is normally treated with therapy and anti-depressants. However, exercise seems to also show as a positive coping mechanism.

Aerobic exercise and strength training can actually be as effective as taking an anti-depressant or seeing a psychotherapist. The research isn't definitive, but there have been several studies that show regular exercise routines can help those with major depressive disorder.

So, if thats the case, aerobic exercise or weightlifting? Oddly enough, either form of exercise is equally effective. It seems that relaxation and stretching, like yoga, don't show effective results. It may also be helpful to join a gym that holds group exercise classes as social interaction can be of some assistance to cheering up the soul. (:

What makes exercise a useful treatment in fighting depression? Regular workouts usually provoke chemical changes in the brain, which correct imbalances of neurotransmitters like serotonin. Exercise also boosts self-esteem and body image. With the combination of these two results, exercise is a great way to fight depression.