Suffer from depression and/or anxiety?
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Me too!
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Ever heard the phrase “snap out of it” or “what have you got to be depressed about?”
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Me too.
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REALITY?
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We don’t want to feel like this! If we could “snap out of it” we would!
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For me, exercise is a great tool in managing my feelings of depression (alongside medication) but there can be a number of challenges facing those with depression EVERY SINGLE DAY when it comes to staying healthy…..
▶️Lack of motivation or energy: Depression can cause a lack of motivation or energy, which can make it difficult to exercise or stick to a healthy diet.
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▶️Difficulty concentrating: Depression can also cause difficulty concentrating, which can make it hard to plan or prepare meals or remember to exercise.
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▶️ Negative body image: People with depression may have a negative body image and may feel self-conscious about exercising or eating in public.
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▶️ Difficulty with self-control: Depression can also affect self-control, which can make it hard to resist unhealthy foods or to stick to a healthy diet and exercise plan.
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▶️ Feelings of hopelessness: People with depression may feel hopeless about their ability to lose weight or make other healthy lifestyle changes.
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▶️ Stress or anxiety: Depression can be accompanied by stress or anxiety, which can make it difficult to relax and engage in self-care activities like exercise or healthy eating.
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If this sounds like you, remember, it's important to address these challenges and work with a trainer, healthcare provider or mental health professional who understands this and can help find ways to overcome them so you can get the best results from a consistent training plan you can stick to.
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Sarah x