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Food for thought
http://www.m.webmd.com/depression/guide/exercise-depression
Many people don't realize that exercise is like medication. It gives you chemicals that make you feel better. Besides heart, lung, joint, and overall physical health, it helps us feel better mentally, and sleep better as well.
So here are the warnings take it easy and drink water. You don't have to be extreme in the gym to get these benefits. Lite walking for 15 to 30 minutes can bring about amazing changes in your life. I have a bulging disc in my neck and one in my low back. I stretch before and after I walk. I usually even have to ice my neck and back afterwards because of the pain. But the pain overall is far less than just sitting around not moving my joints. I can't go when its hot because that is a trigger for me. I'm happy if I get out 2-4 times a week. Remember good posture. Head up. Shoulders back. Tummy a little tight. But mostly free your mind and enjoy the outdoors. Find a partner to help keep you motivated on those tough days. One last tip, look for a soft place to walk. Cement and asphalt can hurt you more than grass or a rubber track.
Happy trails. :banana::banana::banana:
http://www.m.webmd.com/depression/guide/exercise-depression
Many people don't realize that exercise is like medication. It gives you chemicals that make you feel better. Besides heart, lung, joint, and overall physical health, it helps us feel better mentally, and sleep better as well.
So here are the warnings take it easy and drink water. You don't have to be extreme in the gym to get these benefits. Lite walking for 15 to 30 minutes can bring about amazing changes in your life. I have a bulging disc in my neck and one in my low back. I stretch before and after I walk. I usually even have to ice my neck and back afterwards because of the pain. But the pain overall is far less than just sitting around not moving my joints. I can't go when its hot because that is a trigger for me. I'm happy if I get out 2-4 times a week. Remember good posture. Head up. Shoulders back. Tummy a little tight. But mostly free your mind and enjoy the outdoors. Find a partner to help keep you motivated on those tough days. One last tip, look for a soft place to walk. Cement and asphalt can hurt you more than grass or a rubber track.
Happy trails. :banana::banana::banana:
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