Regular physical activity provides evidence of being an effective way to relieve symptoms of anxiety and depression in people who struggle with chronic insomnia. A recent review of multiple independent studies suggests that exercise also improves overall sleep quality and reduces the severity of sleep disruptions. These findings were recently published in the journal Physiology & Behavior. Insomnia is a highly common condition where people have persistent difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. This lack of rest frequently leads to severe daytime impairments, affecting a person’s social life, occupational functioning, and overall well-being. People diagnosed with this sleep disorder often experience high levels of psychological distress. This distress frequently shows up as symptoms of anxiety and depression. Medical professionals notice that insomnia, anxiety, and depression often feed into each other. Poor sleep worsens mood, and negative mood disrupts sleep, creating a cycle that is notoriously difficult to treat. Some evidence suggests that improving sleep quality can lead to better mental health, and improving mental health can lead to better sleep. Scientists wanted to explore non-drug …