Front Psychol July 2014 PMID 25071694

The anxiolytic effects of resistance exercise.

Justin C Strickland, Mark A Smith

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Discussions emphasize the anxiety-reducing effects of resistance exercise, with users referencing specific studies like the 2014 Frontiers of Psychology research, and mentioning concepts like exercise intensity and mental health benefits. The tone is informative and supportive, reflecting a collective interest in applying these findings to health strategies.

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Most discussions support the positive effects of resistance exercise on anxiety reduction, reflecting support for the research findings.

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There is high curiosity about the topic, with multiple posts mentioning the effectiveness and broader health impacts of resistance training.

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Posts show moderate to deep engagement by citing studies, sharing insights on intensity levels, and referencing related research, demonstrating an active interest.

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The discussions suggest the publication influenced perceptions of resistance exercise as an important mental health intervention, though the impact appears emerging rather than transformative.

Abstract in brief

  • Resistance exercise, such as strength training, has been shown to reduce anxiety levels in various people, both after single sessions and long-term training.
  • The most effective intensity for reducing anxiety is low to moderate, around 70% of a person's maximum strength (repetition maximum).
  • These findings suggest that resistance exercise can be a useful tool in managing anxiety as part of clinical treatment strategies.

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Fuji3@retired
@Fuji3_R6 · X

【今日の一言】筋肉だけじゃない筋トレのメリット ・メンタルに効くよ https://t.co/fFypaIhtF7 ⇒軽い筋トレ(1RMの70%)でも不安症が軽減するレベル ・脳機能にも効きそうだよ https://t.co/kTnVTQmavP ⇒高齢者でも脳機能が向上するレベル ・脂肪肝も改善するかも https://t.co/AcgfG2vyWA

Oct 2, 2020 · 6 likes · 1 share · 3,547 followers View post →
jame allo
@jamallo · X

Many studies have shown that exercise may relieve stress and anxiety. A 2014 study in Frontiers of Psychology, “The anxiolytic effects of resistance exercise,” showed that muscle-building exercise—specifically, resistance training or strength training—has anxiety-reducing effects https://t.co/JgZLQ1YpJD

Nov 29, 2023 · 2 likes · 823 followers View post →
Hacker News
@mm-hacker-news.bsky.social · Bluesky

The anxiolytic effects of resistance exercise https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4090891/

Nov 30, 2024 · 2 likes View post →
Lisa McNally Ⓥ
@Lisa_McNally1 · X

(5/8) All types of exercise can help. This includes 'cardio' type exercise (running, cycling, walking etc) as well as strength training via resistance exercise. The evidence suggests resistance exercise is particularly good for anxiety... https://t.co/fzxh4naQJq - https://t.co/5gS5ulODoG

May 11, 2024 · 1 like · 1 share · 8,739 followers View post →
Lisa McNally Ⓥ
@Lisa_McNally1 · X

RT @Lisa_McNally1: (5/8) All types of exercise can help. This includes 'cardio' type exercise (running, cycling, walking etc) as well as s…

May 15, 2024 · 1 share · 8,739 followers View post →
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@betterhn20 · X

The anxiolytic effects of resistance exercise https://t.co/NzugXKavEv (https://t.co/cIH4H6DEC3)

Nov 30, 2024 · 2,271 followers View post →

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The anxiolytic effects of resistance exercise #mentalhealth #resistance #exercise #anxiety #emotionregulation

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The anxiolytic effects of resistance exercise https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4090891/ (https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42280343)

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The anxiolytic effects of resistance exercise https://t.co/NzugXKavEv (https://t.co/cIH4H6DEC3)

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The anxiolytic effects of resistance exercise https://t.co/whGU1anbRa

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The anxiolytic effects of resistance exercise https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4090891/

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Lisa McNally Ⓥ
@Lisa_McNally1 · X

RT @Lisa_McNally1: (5/8) All types of exercise can help. This includes 'cardio' type exercise (running, cycling, walking etc) as well as s…

May 15, 2024 · 1 share · 8,739 followers View post →
Lisa McNally Ⓥ
@Lisa_McNally1 · X

(5/8) All types of exercise can help. This includes 'cardio' type exercise (running, cycling, walking etc) as well as strength training via resistance exercise. The evidence suggests resistance exercise is particularly good for anxiety... https://t.co/fzxh4naQJq - https://t.co/5gS5ulODoG

May 11, 2024 · 1 like · 1 share · 8,739 followers View post →
jame allo
@jamallo · X

Many studies have shown that exercise may relieve stress and anxiety. A 2014 study in Frontiers of Psychology, “The anxiolytic effects of resistance exercise,” showed that muscle-building exercise—specifically, resistance training or strength training—has anxiety-reducing effects https://t.co/JgZLQ1YpJD

Nov 29, 2023 · 2 likes · 823 followers View post →
Nick Showman
@NShowman · X

• “The anxiolytic effects of resistance exercise,” showed that muscle-building exercise—specifically, resistance training or strength training—has anxiety-reducing effects”- Frontiers of Psychology 2014 Study

May 6, 2022 · 2,014 followers View post →
Ashtheeseek
@Ashley58166642 · X

The anxiolytic effects of resistance exercise https://t.co/L47irrZOyi

Mar 24, 2022 · 255 followers View post →
Antoine Dusséaux 柳华 Антон Дюссо انتون
@ADssx · X

@nntaleb For strength, I found this, but not sure lowering BP is the main goal of strengthening & they don't mention the # of reps during each session: https://t.co/BJlSnpEJFk The effects on mental health & cognition of moderate-intensity RE are quite impressive: https://t.co/qK7P8ahCso https://t.co/52YV8av4vc

Jan 7, 2022 · 2,240 followers View post →
tokatti
@tokatti_ · X

の70%ぐらいの軽い負荷で筋トレを行った 不安症が大幅に改善した https://t.co/6TnGSkJ2fn 有酸素運動がメンタルに効くってデータはいっぱいあったが筋トレも十分な効果が認められつつある 2015年の実験 8週間の筋トレを行った参加者は脂肪の代謝が大幅に改善。肝臓の数値はよくなった

Jun 16, 2021 · 189 followers View post →
blue❄️@VALORANT
@bluetheblackcat · X

RT @Fuji3_R6: 【今日の一言】筋肉だけじゃない筋トレのメリット ・メンタルに効くよ https://t.co/fFypaIhtF7 ⇒軽い筋トレ(1RMの70%)でも不安症が軽減するレベル ・脳機能にも効きそうだよ https://t.co/kTnVTQmavP…

Oct 2, 2020 · 1 share · 995 followers View post →
Fuji3@retired
@Fuji3_R6 · X

【今日の一言】筋肉だけじゃない筋トレのメリット ・メンタルに効くよ https://t.co/fFypaIhtF7 ⇒軽い筋トレ(1RMの70%)でも不安症が軽減するレベル ・脳機能にも効きそうだよ https://t.co/kTnVTQmavP ⇒高齢者でも脳機能が向上するレベル ・脂肪肝も改善するかも https://t.co/AcgfG2vyWA

Oct 2, 2020 · 6 likes · 1 share · 3,547 followers View post →