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Has worked better than antidepressants for me in the past. Difficult part is the excruciating process of forcing yourself into a consistent exercise routine when you're very depressed.
That's where I am. It takes every bit of energy I have just to go to work right now.
Sometimes a medication can be what you need to give you that little push to get into a healthier routine though.
Exactly, someone with low mood symptoms isn't likely going to be proactive enough to start running.
cosigning this. I quit effexor a few years ago and started doing cardio in the morning and strength training in the afternoon. I've never felt more stable.
It's almost like using goods and services to replace every facet of life doesn't actually help as much as people like to imagine it does.
I've noticed sun exposure really helps my mood, so I'm not surprised the most effective exercise was walking/jogging.
But its so hard to get started on the habit.
Not for me though, I'm definitely getting started...tomorrow.