I didn’t mention this before, but for the past month and a
half I started walking as a way to not only get in shape, but to also beat my
depression. Its working wonders and I didn’t want to mention it here if I couldn’t
get myself to keep doing it. Unfortunately, two weeks ago I got the flu and I’m
still not recovered properly, so I haven’t walked in two weeks, but I’m anxious
to get back to my walking schedule. I’m actually going for a walk after this.
My sister even got me a
pedometer to keep track of my walking progress. It monitors the amount of steps
I take, the amount of calories burned and distance walked, which is good.
Luckily we have a long backyard and that is where I do most of my walking. I do
laps of the backyard with my mp3 player providing me with great music and I actually enjoy it. More even, it is a
type of exercise I don’t mind doing and when I feel stressed I go outside and
go walk (pace). My walking has gotten the neighbors curious though, because
they can see over the wall and want to know what I’m doing, or if I've lost
my mind. As long as I work up a sweat and feel good, I don’t really care what
my neighbors think.
So, how are you feeling on this Monday?
Fred, she's circling the back yard again!
ReplyDeleteWalking is great for the body and the mind. Keep at it.
Exactly! Thank you Alex. I will.
DeleteExercise of any kind certainly helps boost one's mood. Hope you feel better so you can resume.
ReplyDeleteThank you. I can't wait to get better too. The flu is tough, though.
DeleteI always feel better after doing some exercise - I just wish I had your motivation to do it! Hope you feel better soon :)
ReplyDeleteThat is really great you found time to exercise and use it to remedy/calm your sickness, stress, and depression. I hope you feel better. I've recently been working out just so I don't feel so lazy and it's helping me to have some pumped energy. Keep it up with exercising. ^^
ReplyDeleteThank you! I will. If I don't exercise my depression kicks my butt.
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