Mental Health DailyResearch. Evidence. Perspective.Published research on resistance exercise.
Smelling dark chocolate for 30 seconds before each set helped fasted, resistance-trained men complete more leg-extension reps, according to a small 2026 crossover trial. A milk chocolate sce…
Read articleA 2026 randomized trial in early postmenopausal women found that 8 weeks of app-based combined aerobic and resistance exercise reduced Beck Depression Inventory scores by 7.30 points, compar…
Read articleA 2026 nationwide Korean analysis found that resistance exercise was associated with lower depression and anxiety scores after propensity score matching, while aerobic exercise alone was not…
Read articleExercise has emerged as an effective treatment for depression, rivaling medication and psychotherapy in its ability to reduce symptoms. Both aerobic and resistance training provide mental he…
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