We strongly support the idea of ongoing vigilance regarding physical-distancing and limitations on in-person contacts as guided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Many companies are offering free use of their on-line platforms that may help to identify a variety of in-home activities (indoor cycling, treadmill running, dance cardio, yoga, strength training, and more) to help make exercise more enjoyable during this critical period. Reduction in substance use is also associated with improvement in the body’s ability to fight off infection. Additionally, participation in regular physical activity is shown to boost the immune system. Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (such as speed-walking or jogging) has been shown to help reduce the use of alcohol and other substances. The benefits of strength training and weightlifting (low weight with high numbers of repetitions) may be even greater in older adults to maintain quality of life and functioning. Weightlifting using exercise equipment or household items (textbooks, canned goods, milk jugs filled with water, paint cans) may help us to reduce the negative effects of stress and anxiety.įor children and adolescents, moderate-to-vigorous physical activity and exercise during the day are associated with elevations in self-esteem, improved concentration, reductions in depressive symptoms, and improvements in sleep.įor older adults and among individuals managing chronic medical conditions, regular walks are recommended.
Strength-training has been shown to reduce symptoms of anxiety for individuals with and without an anxiety disorder. For others, the use of home exercise equipment such as treadmills, elliptical machines, and stationary bikes may be helpful. For some, this might be accomplished through exercise in their homes including jumping jacks, mountain climbers, and sequencing strength training exercises (i.e. Consider engaging in physical activity once or twice daily that includes brief periods (30-90 seconds) of greater intensity. We are meant to move and many of our body’s systems work better when we are consistently physically active.įor managing symptoms of depression, some research suggests that elevated levels of aerobic activity (exercise that significantly raises our heart rates) may be associated with greater reductions in depressive symptoms. The benefits of physical activity and exercise have been demonstrated across the lifespan.
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