Price also said physical activity has positive mental health benefits, especially during the time of pandemic.
An Iowa State University study found Americans are exercising less frequently than usual and spending an increased amount of time on screens during the pandemic. The study also found the decreased activity and increased screen time resulting from COVID-19 restrictions aligned with deteriorating mental health.
“We have learned how easy it is to become increasingly sedentary during the pandemic since many of us don’t need or have to leave our homes anymore,” Price said. “It is essential for our mental wellbeing as well as our physical well being that we find ways to move and enjoy ourselves.”