What type of exercise is best for depression?

I know that exercise is supposed to be good for depression, but I was wondering- what type is best? Aerobic or strength training, or something else? Or does it not really matter what type, but the length of time done is more important?

If you were to set up a regiment for someone who wants to alleviate some symptoms of depression, what would it be?

I suffer from depression and I have realized that I do better when I am active. I myself, like to do palates, swim, walk, weight training etc. I've also found that it is helpful to go with a couple of friends. When we go to the gym we stay for at least 30 mins or an hour, tops. I think its healthy that you don't get carried away.
Other activities I have done is stage combat. It is specialized technique in theatre designed to create the illusion of physical combat without causing harm to the performers. I have done sword combat and freehand combat. But it's not just for performers. You could actually apply these techniques in real life situations. A commonly combat martial art is jujutsu. I haven't done it but I know people that have and it is a huge stress reliever. Well I hope I have helped. I'd say try different things and switch it up every now and then. g'luck!

It does not really matter what type of exercise you do. Walking helps a lot of people but one thing my mother in law swears by is Liquid calcium. A deficiency in Calcium can lead to depression, anxiety, irritability, panic attacks, insomnia amongst other things. The liquid type absorbs into the blood stream easier. If I were you I'd start taking a course of Liquid Calcium and start a programme of exercise. I would do 20 mins walking and gradually build this up.

I think any exercise you enjoy would be the best for you. Personally, I took ballroom dance lessons. That's aerobics, plus lots of fun and social interaction. Believe me, it's a good workout too. The thing is, if you have to force yourself to do exercise you don't like, it's not going to be as effective against the depression as doing something you really love.

It doesn't matter, the tric is: exercise increases the amount of "happy"hormone, endorphine. So when you exercise you should feel better.
I would say 1-2 hours a day.

Cardio exercise releases serotonin after about 45 of continuous exertion. Serotonin is the feel good hormone produced by the body. Certain foods also trigger the release of serotonin such as fish.

cycling and anything that is aerobic, working out with weights is also good, short term, it's as good as prozac, long term if you continue to do it, good luck

Walking, yoga, swimming and circuit training are all effective ways to help with depression. At least an hour a day will make a difference.

a combination of strength training and at least 30 minutes of cardio do wonders for my outlook!

I have found that walking helps with the depression and anxiety.

Any exercise will do.