65.40% Say Exercise Helps People Overcome Mood Disorders Such as Depression

Society always associates exercising with people who want to lose weight. However, that is not the case. Physical exercise is the performance of some activity in order to develop or maintain physical fitness and overall health. Some exercise frequently while others just do regular exercises. Either way, physical exercise is considered important for maintaining both mental and  physical fitness

To maintain health and reduce your risk of health problems, health professionals and researchers recommend a minimum of 30 minutes on a daily basis. With all this said, Real Research conducted a survey on exercise and physical activities. The survey results show that most people exercise to just stay fit. Read more of the results below.

Highlights

• 68.70% say ‘Yes’ they usually exercise.
• 33.29% exercise the most through walking, and 25.22% do exercises to stay fit.
• I feel better after I exercise (53.94%).
• 65.40% say exercise helps people overcome mood disorders such as depression.

68.70% of the Respondents Reveal That They Usually Exercise

Exercise is considered a medicine and a great contributor to a healthy life. With that said, Real Research wants to know if respondents usually exercise. Thus, via the survey on exercise and physical activities, 68.70% say ‘Yes’. In contrast, 31.30% say ‘No’.

Most importantly. It is advised to exercise regularly. Above all, it keeps one fit and healthy. Thus, in the survey, Real Research asks respondents how often do they exercise in a week. On this, once a week (28.49%), Everyday (23.55%), and 2 to 3 times a week (13.73%). Then, 4 to 5 times a week (7.60) and I do not exercise (26.62%).

Walking Is the Most Common Exercise

Most people have a particular exercise and physical activities they prefer to do depending on their exercise routine. Therefore, Real Research asks the public what kind of exercise and physical activity they like to do the most. In no particular order, walking (33.29%), running (10.04%), badminton (3.43%), football (4.86%), and baseball 1.87%. Following then, golf (2.44%), basketball (1.89%), and cricket (2.66%).

In addition, here are the reasons as to why respondents exercise. To begin with, 21.21% say ‘To lose weight’, 25.22% say ‘To stay fit’, and 7.26% say to ‘To refresh myself’.

Likewise, 2.88% say ‘To socialize and interact with friends’, for business (2.43%) and to follow my doctor’s advice (2.03%). Also, I simply enjoy exercising (3.22%).

Exercise Changes a Person’s Mood

As per, 53.94% of the respondents, they feel better after they exercise. This is in response to the survey question on mood change comparing before and after exercise. Meanwhile, 5.21% say ‘It puts me in a bad mood after exercising’. Also on this 9.65% say ‘No changes at all’. Lastly, I do not work out (31.20%).

In the same vein, the survey asks respondents ‘What is the first mood you feel after exercising’. The majority, 32.54% say they feel ‘Happy’. Satisfied (14.65%), Nervous (2.77%), Depressed (2.34%), and Fun (2.60%). With the results, it is certain that the majority of respondents feel better after exercising.

Exercise Helps People Overcome Mood Disorders Such as Depression

Some wonder how exercise reduces stress and depression. Actually, the Real Research survey results show that exercise is a great mood changer. Specifically, the survey asks if exercise helps people to overcome mood disorders such as depression. In this regard, 65.40% say ‘Yes’. On the other hand, 12.71% say ‘No’. Lastly, 21.90% say ‘Not Sure’.

In conclusion, the physical benefits of exercise — improving physical condition and fighting disease — have long been established, and physicians always encourage staying physically active. Exercise is also considered vital for maintaining mental fitness, and it can reduce stress.