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Use Physical Activity to Fight Depression By Expert Author: Rebecca Marli
View Summary \| Submitted: 2008-03-09 \| Word Count: 274 words \| Views: 188 view(s)

Physical activity can increase your energy, make you sleep better, and bring a brighten mood. Physical activity cannot replace therapy or medical care for depression but it can make you feel better and self-confident.

People who have depression are dealing with fatigue, motivation problems, or lack of energy. The key is to get started. Be patient with yourself, and try not to see the exercise program as a burden. You can get the same fitness benefit if you break your exercise program into smaller pieces throughout the day.

Practice regularly and choose only physical activities that you enjoy, so you can stick to your plan. There`s no need to push yourself too much. Studies showed that it`s more likely for your mood to be improved by moderate exercise than excessively workouts.

Choose aerobic activities like biking, brisk walking, swimming, or jogging. Stretching or lifting weights are also benefic. If you are a sedentary person, take it step by step. A good place for you to start may be from a few minutes of walking (or other activity) at any pace, and perhaps in a few weeks you`ll want to do it more often.

Join an aerobics class and spend time with other people. You should be surrounded by positive people, family, or friends that can support you.

It`s good to do workout outdoors. Perhaps the trees or the grass can help you see things different, in a new perspective. Outdoor light may improve your mood, especially in the winter. A positive environment should help, so you can listen to your favorite music, wear headphones while you`re jogging but stay away from traffic.

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