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Are medical students physically active and what are the benefits? |
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by Lillian Chan, with material contribution from Erica Frank, MD, MPH
More physically active medical students report less short-term and long-term stress compared to less active medical students. Physically active medical students are also more likely to provide exercise counseling and to promote exercise as a preventive
wellness practice to patients. |
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Mental benefits of exercise |
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by Hilda Donhoffer, MD, FRCPC, with Lillian Chan A growing volume of research on the effects of physical activity on mental health shows that exercise improves mood, reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression, and leads to better mental function and performance. |
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