Posted by Noa on April 14, 2001, at 12:10:10
In reply to Re: Exercise Depression Poll, posted by JennyR on April 12, 2001, at 23:38:25
I just started exercising in December. I find it helps my mood a lot. In the short term, it is a wonderful anti-anxiety, and overall, it seems to be an antidepressant.
Thing is, if I get too ambitious, I end up becoming self-defeating because sometimes I intimidate myself by expecting too much too soon, and that is when I start not showing up to the gym. I started at a low low level, and by a month later was shocked at how much easier it was and how much I was progressing. I also find I need music to keep my attention on the cardio part, and the music adds some benefit to my mood, too.
The exercising also makes me feel strong (I do both cardio and weight training) and more energetic which certainly helps a lot.
As for adderall, I find it makes me calm and focused, much better than ritalin for me.
Good luck.
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