Use Exercise to Help Depression
start slowly
1/14
While it may not be something you want to do when you're feeling down, exercise can help release feel-good chemicals in your brain and help ease symptoms of depression. You can even just take a short walk. If you can force yourself a few days in a row, you may not need to boost as much the next day.
walk or run
2/14
You don't have to run a marathon or be a speed demon. You don't even have to walk. You can start by walking and decide to walk faster as you get stronger. Exercise isn't the only thing that works. Nature can also lift your spirits.
yoga
3/14
The fixed flexible poses of this meditative practice can make you stronger and more flexible.This can give you a feeling of energy and well-being.The control of breathing associated with yoga It can also calm your emotions. You can find videos online, but taking a course allows you to meet the world and other people. Namaste!
park
14.4
Touching the earth increases an important brain chemical called serotonin, which helps reduce depression. If you don't have your own land, call your local community garden to see if you can work on it.
tennis
5/14
It's good practice and a great opportunity to express your feelings without talking about them. You can just hit the ball against the wall, but if you want to return the ball over the net, you need someone on the other side. It's a chance to interact. Also, if you commit to spending time with someone, you are more likely to stick to it.
practice at work
14.6
If you need a distraction to distract yourself from negative thoughts, step away from your desk for a few minutes. Find a quiet place to stretch or go up and down stairs. Anything that gets you moving can make you feel better. swim
14.7
It's a great full-body workout, and some people find the water helps them calm down—it doesn't have to take up most of your day.
As little as 30 minutes of exercise three to five times a week may be enough.
bicycle
8/14
You can get around on a stationary bike, but riding on bike lanes is a great way to enjoy the world around you. You don't need anything special - any two-wheeled vehicle will do. Take it to a shop, coffee shop, or a friend's house. Get checked by a mechanic first and don't forget to wear a helmet.
weight training
14.9
Use weights, machines, or your own body resistance (such as push-ups) to increase strength, muscle mass, and flexibility. A simple set of hand weights, or just the floor will work. Exercise isn't the only thing that makes you feel good. It can also help you feel a sense of accomplishment and improve your body image.
take the dog for a walk
14.10
Fido helps relieve your stress. Grab your leash and frisbee and head outside. Fresh air doesn't hurt either.
dance
14.11
It's a win-win situation:
Movement, sociability, fun. All are uplifting and can be started at home. Move your body to your favorite track when no one is looking. Even a short dance session can make you feel better. Once you've got your footing and confidence, find a class at your local dance school, or find a group that gets together to dance.
sprint
12/14
It may take a little practice, but if he does three 20-second sprints with a 2-minute break in between, it's as effective as 50 minutes of moderate jogging. And they can be a quick way to release repressed emotions.Be sure to warm up. Also, if you are unsure whether you are healthy enough to do this type of high-intensity exercise, consult your doctor.
basketball
13/14
It's a great workout:
They jog, sprint, jump and throw. Indoors or outdoors, winter or summer, large groups or alone. You can also shoot baskets yourself.
soft ball
14/14
The concentration you need for long games helps distract you from negative thoughts, and being part of a team increases your sense of connection. And if the whole team expects you to join, you're more likely to join, right?
1/14
While it may not be something you want to do when you're feeling down, exercise can help release feel-good chemicals in your brain and help ease symptoms of depression. You can even just take a short walk. If you can force yourself a few days in a row, you may not need to boost as much the next day.
walk or run
2/14
You don't have to run a marathon or be a speed demon. You don't even have to walk. You can start by walking and decide to walk faster as you get stronger. Exercise isn't the only thing that works. Nature can also lift your spirits.
yoga
3/14
The fixed flexible poses of this meditative practice can make you stronger and more flexible.This can give you a feeling of energy and well-being.The control of breathing associated with yoga It can also calm your emotions. You can find videos online, but taking a course allows you to meet the world and other people. Namaste!
park
14.4
Touching the earth increases an important brain chemical called serotonin, which helps reduce depression. If you don't have your own land, call your local community garden to see if you can work on it.
tennis
5/14
It's good practice and a great opportunity to express your feelings without talking about them. You can just hit the ball against the wall, but if you want to return the ball over the net, you need someone on the other side. It's a chance to interact. Also, if you commit to spending time with someone, you are more likely to stick to it.
practice at work
14.6
If you need a distraction to distract yourself from negative thoughts, step away from your desk for a few minutes. Find a quiet place to stretch or go up and down stairs. Anything that gets you moving can make you feel better. swim
14.7
It's a great full-body workout, and some people find the water helps them calm down—it doesn't have to take up most of your day.
As little as 30 minutes of exercise three to five times a week may be enough.
bicycle
8/14
You can get around on a stationary bike, but riding on bike lanes is a great way to enjoy the world around you. You don't need anything special - any two-wheeled vehicle will do. Take it to a shop, coffee shop, or a friend's house. Get checked by a mechanic first and don't forget to wear a helmet.
weight training
14.9
Use weights, machines, or your own body resistance (such as push-ups) to increase strength, muscle mass, and flexibility. A simple set of hand weights, or just the floor will work. Exercise isn't the only thing that makes you feel good. It can also help you feel a sense of accomplishment and improve your body image.
take the dog for a walk
14.10
Fido helps relieve your stress. Grab your leash and frisbee and head outside. Fresh air doesn't hurt either.
dance
14.11
It's a win-win situation:
Movement, sociability, fun. All are uplifting and can be started at home. Move your body to your favorite track when no one is looking. Even a short dance session can make you feel better. Once you've got your footing and confidence, find a class at your local dance school, or find a group that gets together to dance.
sprint
12/14
It may take a little practice, but if he does three 20-second sprints with a 2-minute break in between, it's as effective as 50 minutes of moderate jogging. And they can be a quick way to release repressed emotions.Be sure to warm up. Also, if you are unsure whether you are healthy enough to do this type of high-intensity exercise, consult your doctor.
basketball
13/14
It's a great workout:
They jog, sprint, jump and throw. Indoors or outdoors, winter or summer, large groups or alone. You can also shoot baskets yourself.
soft ball
14/14
The concentration you need for long games helps distract you from negative thoughts, and being part of a team increases your sense of connection. And if the whole team expects you to join, you're more likely to join, right?
Dec 24,2022