"Several reports indicate that physical activity can reduce the severity of symptoms in depressed patients. Some data suggest that even a single exercise bout may result in a substantial mood improvement...

They gave 12 patients, five men and six women, treadmill walking following weight training, totaling 30 minutes a day for 10 days.

"Conclusions: Aerobic exercise 'running or fast walking] can produce substantial improvement in mood in patients with major depressive disorders in a short time." Emphasis added.

Exercise for Depression Bibliography

British J. of Sport Med., vol. 35, 2001. Dimeo, Bauer, Varahram, Proest & Halter, Dept. of Sports Med., Free U., Berlin, Germany & Dept. of Psychiatry, Free U.; Clayalee 229, 14195 Berlin, Germany.

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