Exercising less in lockdown might impact mental health
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Exercising less because of pandemic restrictions is linked to higher stress and more anxiety, according to new research. Researchers in the US surveyed almost 4,000 adult twins, and found that 42 per cent of people reported a decrease in physical activity under lockdown, while 31 per cent reported no change, and 27 per cent said they were doing more exercise. The study found that those who were doing less exercise had higher stress and anxiety levels. However, this link was influenced by age, sex, genes, and life history.
Journal/conference: PLOS ONE
Link to research (DOI): 10.1371/journal. pone.0237695
Organisation/s: Washington State University, USA
Funder: ES is supported by NIH grants R33
ES024715-04 and 5P30 ES007033-23, and GED is
supported by NIH grant R33 ES024715-04.
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