Posted by Bob on August 7, 2006, at 12:08:05 [reposted on August 8, 2006, at 11:07:20 | original URL]
In reply to Re: Exercise and depression, posted by linkadge on August 7, 2006, at 2:05:56
I think there are two basic reasons why exercise has not been a real big benefit to me.
First: I have other problems that are not helped by physical activity, such as obsessive ruminations, anger, and severe anxiety/panic episodes. Although exercise could at times make me feel physically better and slightly more energetic, it didn't address these other issues.
Second: The physical effects of the meds over the years gradually took away my ability to be physically active, what with significant weight gain, muscle weakness, fatigue, sweating and flushing, muscle tension, and an eventual lack of motivation or desire from the SSRIs in particular.
Trust me when I say that before all this I cherished my ability to participate in sports and all physical activities. I was very, very sorry to see it deteriorate away over the years, and then hear those around me say that it was no wonder I am having problems since I'm not physically active. I never thought I'd be the one sitting in the couch.
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