Kinesiology 2276F/G Lecture Notes - Lecture 27: Exercise Intensity, Endorphins, One-Repetition Maximum
3 Dec 2018
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Hospitalized psychiatric patients rated exercise as the most important part of comprehensive treatment plan. Both aerobic and nonaerobic exercise result in significant psychological improvements. Patients engaging in aerobic exercise, exercise intensity should be 50 to 85% of maximal heart rate. For patients doing resistance training, intensity should be 80% of 1-rm. Exercise treatment = pharmacotherapy (drug) treatment; also = combination drug/exercise treatment. Follow-up study at 6 months, exercise group was more likely to be fully or partially recovered. Exercise might reduce the level of medication needed, length of time it is needed, and perhaps even the need for medication at all. Exercise can be effective as a treatment for mild to moderate depression. Exercise may be an effective component in the treatment of severe depression. We are genetically predisposed to be physically active. Technology has progressed so that we no longer have to engage in vigorous activity for our survival.
