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The Effects Of Aerobic Exercise Intensity On Acute State Anxiety, Kathryn Vest May 2020

The Effects Of Aerobic Exercise Intensity On Acute State Anxiety, Kathryn Vest

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The purpose of the present study was to examine the effects that varying aerobic exercise intensity levels have on acute state anxiety. Previous studies have shown contrasting results for the most beneficial exercise intensity when attempting to decrease state anxiety, and this study adds to the knowledge we have on this topic matter. In this experiment, participants completed two exercise sessions where they engaged in 10 minutes of aerobic activity on a treadmill. The exercise sessions tested one of two exercise intensities: light or vigorous. The intensity levels were achieved and monitored by calculating each subjects heart rate reserve and …