Key result
Aerobic and resistance exercise both reduce depressive symptoms with no clear superiority of either modality.
Why the study?
Physical activity may reduce depressive symptoms, but the comparative effects and roles of aerobic versus resistance exercise in depression treatment required evaluation.
Does aerobic and resistance exercise reduce depressive symptoms in individuals with depression?
Population
Individuals with depression
Comparison
Aerobic exercise vs resistance exercise
Design
Narrative review
Authors
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Supports exercise prescriptions for depression; leaves open optimal dosing, combinations, and head-to-head trials.
Does aerobic and resistance exercise reduce depressive symptoms in individuals with depression?
Both aerobic and resistance exercise are effective non-pharmacological interventions for depression, supporting an individualized approach to exercise prescription.
Marzec et al. (2026) conducted a review in Depression. Aerobic and resistance exercise was evaluated on Depressive symptoms. Both aerobic and resistance exercise effectively reduce depressive symptoms, with current evidence showing no clear superiority of one modality over the other.
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