Research also shows that people with severe mental health conditions tend to be less physically active than those with good mental health.
A new study by researchers at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, has found that the anxiety and stress that have accompanied the COVID-19 pandemic have made it less likely that people will engage in physical activity that could help them maintain their mental health.Stay informed with live updates on the current COVID-19 outbreak and visit our coronavirus hub for more advice on prevention and treatment.The results showed that those who have remained physically active during the pandemic have done so primarily to maintain their mental health.