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Posted by alesta on August 26, 2004, at 9:39:02
hi,
i'm curious if you tried exercise before going the medication route, and how well it worked for you, if at all.
i would really appreciate your responses.
amy :)
Posted by linkadge on August 26, 2004, at 9:44:44
In reply to curious-ppl w/ long-term depression /or anxiety, posted by alesta on August 26, 2004, at 9:39:02
Before I took medication, I exercised aerobically for an hour a day. It did not fully prevent the depression but may have delayed it or reduced its sevarity.
Linkadge
Posted by h on August 26, 2004, at 15:23:02
In reply to curious-ppl w/ long-term depression /or anxiety, posted by alesta on August 26, 2004, at 9:39:02
Hi. I definitely tried the exercise route. For the last two years or so I have gone to the gym every weekday morning for spin class. My depression would ebb and flow, but the last year or so it kept getting worse. In desperation I exercised more -- weekends, every day, even two spin classes a day. (spin is pretty intense). I finally broke down and got anti depressants. The combination of AD and exercise is pretty darn good. But I'd say I was exercising hard 4-5 hours a week with only minimal results so by itself it may not work for everybody.
It does help with side effects with Lexapro, particularly sleepiness
best of luck to you.
Posted by waki on August 26, 2004, at 22:46:46
In reply to Re: curious-ppl w/ long-term depression /or anxiet, posted by h on August 26, 2004, at 15:23:02
I absolutly cannot excercise without taking meds. My heart rate could not be increased enough to get enough oxygen to my brain and limbs.
I have a normal HR of 55, the max i could increase my HR was 125 and would fatigue out in 15 minutes. On meds normal HR is 65; I can scream a womping 170 bpm for an easy hour.
Now, I am "rocking and rolling" boxing again, gym everyday. My body feels like a million bucks now, but my mind still feels bla bla. With meds I am able to work out anaerobicly. I have not been able to do that in 23 years. The fact I'm able to train anaerobicly has now set my sights on climbing Denali in the spring.
Tuesday I start therapy with a private therapist (non group yet, I'm socially shy as it is, let alone share this with people). I'm hoping she will be able to help me sort somethings out. I wonder if I will ever understand the impact of this illness. It's like I was in a 20 year time warp.
cheers M8's
Posted by alesta on August 27, 2004, at 7:52:41
In reply to Re: curious-ppl w/ long-term depression /or anxiety, posted by linkadge on August 26, 2004, at 9:44:44
hi, linkadge,:)
i really appreciate your responding to my survey.:) the info you gave is most informative to me!
thanks!
amy
Posted by alesta on August 27, 2004, at 7:54:56
In reply to Re: curious-ppl w/ long-term depression /or anxiet, posted by h on August 26, 2004, at 15:23:02
hi, h!:)
thank you very much for your helpful reply. and best of luck to you, too!!:)
take care :),
amy
Posted by alesta on August 27, 2004, at 8:01:25
In reply to Re: curious-ppl w/ long-term depression /or anxiet, posted by waki on August 26, 2004, at 22:46:46
hi, waki :),
glad to hear you're breaking out the gloves again! i appreciate your input. :) i hope things go well with therapy!
take care :),
amy
Posted by Emme on August 27, 2004, at 8:18:48
In reply to curious-ppl w/ long-term depression /or anxiety, posted by alesta on August 26, 2004, at 9:39:02
I always was active and got a fair amount of exercise. Walking a couple of miles a day, going to the gym frequently, hiking. It didn't stop me from sliding down into depression. Nor has it helped me out of it. But I know it is helpful for mood control for many people. I do find it helpful for dispelling anxious energy.
> hi,
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> i'm curious if you tried exercise before going the medication route, and how well it worked for you, if at all.
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> i would really appreciate your responses.
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> amy :)
Posted by alesta on August 27, 2004, at 12:59:20
In reply to Re: curious-ppl w/ long-term depression /or anxiet » alesta, posted by Emme on August 27, 2004, at 8:18:48
hi, emme :),
thank you very much for sharing your experience.:)
i most appreciate your input!take care,
amy :)> I always was active and got a fair amount of exercise. Walking a couple of miles a day, going to the gym frequently, hiking. It didn't stop me from sliding down into depression. Nor has it helped me out of it. But I know it is helpful for mood control for many people. I do find it helpful for dispelling anxious energy.
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Posted by waki on August 27, 2004, at 16:42:20
In reply to Re: curious-ppl w/ long-term depression /or anxiet » alesta, posted by Emme on August 27, 2004, at 8:18:48
Awwwwwwwwwwww Amy we love you tooooooooooo :)
Posted by alesta on August 27, 2004, at 17:43:21
In reply to Re: curious-ppl w/ long-term depression /-Amy, posted by waki on August 27, 2004, at 16:42:20
hi waki, honey,lol! you sweet thang, you! it's just one giant love-fest around here! it's nice to see your softer side...i knew it was in there somewhere! (kidding:))
amy :)
Posted by Emme on August 29, 2004, at 12:42:30
In reply to Re: curious-ppl w/ long-term depression--emme, posted by alesta on August 27, 2004, at 12:59:20
You're welcome. I hope working out proves to be helpful for you. At worst, even if you don't happen to notice a significant antidepressant effect, it's nice to have your bod look good. :)
> hi, emme :),
> thank you very much for sharing your experience.:)
> i most appreciate your input!
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