A new study published in the journal Lancet Psychiatry in August found respondents experienced better mental health if they engaged in exercise. Team sports yielded the best results of 22.3% fewer bad days, Cycling 21.6%. The optimal amount of exercise was 30-60 minutes, 3 to 5 times a week.

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