You Are Heroic with Brian Johnson APN57 - Exercise vs. Zoloft
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Aug 9, 2015 What if the secret to beating depression lies in your sneakers? This discussion dives into a fascinating study comparing the effects of exercise to the antidepressant Zoloft. Interestingly, while both methods showed improvements, exercise stood out by significantly lowering relapse rates after six months. Tune in for insights that might just inspire you to lace up and hit the gym for mental health!
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Exercise Matches Zoloft for Depression
- Exercise is clinically proven to be as effective as Zoloft in reducing depression.
- Six months later, exercisers relapsed less often than those on medication.
Make Exercise Your Prescription
- Exercise regularly as a cheap and effective defense against depression.
- Aim for moderate to high intensity workouts like cycling or jogging several times a week.
Scientific Roots of Exercise Benefits
- Research linking exercise and reduced depression is supported by notable sources like Sonia Liebomirski's book, The How of Happiness.
- The original study cited is from the 1999 Archives of Internal Medicine.
