the most effective type, duration, and intensity of exercise for individuals with mood disorders, but it is likely that a balance between aerobic and anaerobic exercises would provide the most health benefits. For example, given that mood disorders are characterized by lack of interest and motivation, it may prove beneficial in psychiatric populations to begin an exercise regime that is less extensive than what is currently recommended by the American College of Sports Medicine (5 days a week of at least 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity) [130].
