Evidence for anxiety , psychological stress , psychological well-being , subjective well-being and social isolation and loneliness varied in volume and effectiveness , but no harmful effects were identified .
The setting and context of walking seems to be important variables .
Background / objectives Walking has well-established positive relationships with , and effects on , physical health .
In contrast , while poor mental health contributes substantially to global health burden , an overview of the benefits from walking has not previously been published .
We aim ed to scope the literature and present what is known , and highlight what is not known , about walking and mental health .
The Effect of the More Active MuMs in Stirling Trial on Body Composition and Psychological Well-Being among Postnatal Women
Introduction . Physical activity is important for health and well-being ; however , rates of postnatal physical activity can be low . This paper reports the secondary outcomes of a trial aim ed at increasing physical activity among postnatal women . Methods . More Active MuMs in Stirling ( MAMMiS ) was a r and omised controlled trial testing the effect of physical activity consultation and pram walking group intervention among inactive postnatal women . Data were collected on postnatal weight , body composition , general well-being , and fatigue . Participants were also interviewed regarding motivations and perceived benefits of participating in the trial . Results . There was no significant effect of the intervention on any weight/body composition outcome or on general well-being at three or six months of follow-up . There was a significant but inconsistent difference in fatigue between groups . Qualitative data highlighted a number of perceived benefits to weight , body composition , and particularly well-being ( including improved fatigue ) which were not borne out by objective data . Discussion . The MAMMiS study found no impact of the physical activity intervention on body composition and psychological well-being and indicates that further research is required to identify successful approaches to increase physical activity and improve health and well-being among postnatal women
Evidence for anxiety , psychological stress , psychological well-being , subjective well-being and social isolation and loneliness varied in volume and effectiveness , but no harmful effects were identified .
The setting and context of walking seems to be important variables .
Background / objectives Walking has well-established positive relationships with , and effects on , physical health .
In contrast , while poor mental health contributes substantially to global health burden , an overview of the benefits from walking has not previously been published .
We aim ed to scope the literature and present what is known , and highlight what is not known , about walking and mental health .