Objective To synthesise the evidence on the effects of physical activity on symptoms of
depression, anxiety and psychological distress in adult populations. Design Umbrella …

Wearable activity trackers offer an appealing, low-cost tool to address physical inactivity.
This systematic review of systematic reviews and meta-analyses (umbrella review) aimed to …

Mental health problems are associated with lower quality of life, increased unscheduled
care, high economic and social cost, and increased mortality. Nature-based interventions …

The flagship title from the prestigious American College of Sports Medicine, this critical
handbook delivers scientifically based, evidence-informed standards to prepare you for …

The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has been devastating in all senses,
particularly psychologically. Physical activity (PA) is known to aid psychological well-being …

There is a large and growing body of evidence on the health benefits of engagement in
leisure activities (voluntary, enjoyable non-work activities, such as hobbies, arts …

Positive effects from sports are achieved primarily through physical activity, but secondary
effects bring health benefits such as psychosocial and personal development and less …

Introduction Physical activity, conceptualized as any bodily movement that results in energy
expenditure, and its structured form, exercise, play an important role in public health …

This cross-sectional study aimed to characterize the lifestyle habits, anxiety levels and basic
psychological needs (BPN), in Portuguese adults during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 …

Background Prospective cohorts have suggested that physical activity (PA) can decrease
the risk of incident anxiety. However, no meta‐analysis has been conducted. Aims To …