Physical exercise and depression

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Frequently, demotivation, lack of energy, perception of fatigue, and symptoms related to sadness lead patients to be unwilling to engage in physical exercise. In these situations, it is advisable to practice with professional support in order to maximize the antidepressant effects.

It is also recommended that patients be involved in choosing the exercise in order to increase adherence, that the underlying psychological barriers to depression and physical exercise be addressed, and that exercise be implemented into patients' daily lives.

As a first phase, reinforcement and motivation strategies are recommended in order to initiate and increase adherence to physical exercise, followed by strategies aimed at maintaining the exercise routine in the patient's daily life.

Beyond its antidepressant effects, there are numerous positive consequences associated with physical exercise:

• Reducing stress and anxiety;

• Improved mood, concentration, memory, self-esteem and self-confidence;

• Improved blood circulation, cardiovascular system, and musculoskeletal system;

• Reducing the risk of chronic diseases and controlling body weight.

It is also important to emphasize that physical exercise is a low-cost therapeutic strategy, widely accepted, without adverse effects, especially when associated with professional supervision, and can therefore be used as a complementary therapy in depression.

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