Running and swimming daily can reduce anxiety or depression symptoms more than therapy , claims study

moneycontrol.com · Feb 17, 2026 · Collected from GDELT

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A recent global review published by the BMJ Group suggests that exercise, particularly aerobic activity like running, swimming and dancing, can rival medication and therapy in treating depression and anxiety. Across tens of thousands of participants aged 10 to 90, movement consistently eased symptoms, often matching or outperforming traditional treatments. February 17, 2026 / 10:23 IST For people who suffer from anxiety, lower intensity exercise can help provide relief by uplifting mood and boosting confidence. (Picture: Pexels) Exercise can reduce depression and anxiety as well as medicationRunning, swimming, and dancing yield top aerobic resultsGroup exercise sessions enhance mental health benefits.Did our AI summary help? Namita S Kalla is a senior journalist who writes about different aspects of modern life that include lifestyle, health, fashion, beauty, and entertainment. Discover the latest Business News, Sensex, and Nifty updates. Obtain Personal Finance insights, tax queries, and expert opinions on Moneycontrol or download the Moneycontrol App to stay updated! USER CONSENT We at moneycontrol use cookies and other tracking technologies to assist you with navigation and determine your location. We also capture cookies to obtain your feedback, analyse your use of our products and services and provide content from third parties. By clicking on 'I Accept', you agree to the usage of cookies and other tracking technologies. For more details you can refer to our cookie policy. *We collect cookies for the functioning of our website and to give you the best experience. This includes some essential cookies. Cookies from third parties which may be used for personalization and determining your location. By clicking 'I Accept', you agree to the usage of cookies to enhance your personalized experience on our site. For more details you can refer to our cookie policy *I agree to the updated privacy policy and I warrant that I am above 16 years of age I agree to the processing of my personal data for the purpose of personalised recommendations on financial and similar products offered by MoneyControl I agree personalized advertisements and any kind of remarketing/retargeting on other third party websites I agree to receive direct marketing communications via Emails and SMS