Fig. 1From: Long-term consequences of COVID-19 on mental health and the impact of a physically active lifestyle: a narrative reviewPhysical exercise improves general mental health through activating different signaling pathways. Engaging in a physically active routine will induce the activation of PI3K pathway, enhance BDNF and irisin levels, favoring neurogenesis and inhibiting the development of an anxious profile, a depressive-like behavior and cognitive declineBack to article page