Posted by King Vultan on May 27, 2004, at 8:02:14
In reply to Exercise Making Me More Depressed/Irritable - HELP, posted by Survector on May 27, 2004, at 0:34:19
I guess all I can think of is that it is rebound depression off of the high you experience while exercising, similar to what can happen with amphetamines in some cases. I exercise frequently myself but am not sure I have much advice to offer, other than to possibly try exercising in the evenings. This is what I typically do, as I take my showers in the evening anyway to help me sleep, and it works out well to have a very light carbohydrate meal when I get home from work, wait half an hour to an hour, and go jogging.
However, I believe I am different from many who exercise in that I do not seem to achieve this "runner's high" that many experience, even going 6+ miles at a decent clip. The pain becomes more bearable after a while, and I feel a sense of accomplishment when done, and while I find it does clear my mind, reduce stress, etc., I don't believe I get the high that many people experience and crave. The exercise is something that I do look forward to, though.
Todd
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