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A randomized controlled trial with 64 adults experiencing moderate to severe depression tested the effect of Nordic walking on mental health. Participants engaged in ten weeks of supervised Nordic walking, a full‑body aerobic activity that uses specially designed poles to activate up to 90% of the body’s muscles. The study found that this exercise significantly reduced depression symptoms within as little as five weeks. Nordic walking, originally developed in Finland for cross‑country skiers, is now widely used by non‑skiers for its health benefits. The results suggest that incorporating Nordic walking into a routine can be an effective strategy for improving mood in people with depression.

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