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Childhood Fitness Linked to Lower Adult Depression Risk

Original: A study that measured the cardio and muscular fitness of over 1,000 children aged 7-15 in 1985 found that, 30 years late

A study tracking more than 1,000 children aged 7-15 measured their cardiorespiratory and muscular fitness in 1985, then followed up three decades later. It found that those with better cardiorespiratory fitness as children had a lower risk of depression as adults, with the association appearing stronger among women than men. Commenters are highlighting the findings as further evidence that physical activity in youth may have lasting mental health benefits.

Why now: The long-term evidence linking childhood cardio fitness to adult mental health is striking and newly shared, prompting discussion about exercise and depression prevention.

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• A study that measured the cardio and muscular fitness of over 1,000 children aged 7-15 in 1985 found that, 30 years later, those with better cardiorespiratory fitness had lower risk of depression as adults. The relationship appeared stronger for women than men. Summary:… · rdnielsen@floss.social · 3

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