Re: Topic Tuesday // Exercise as Therapy // Tues. 19 June 7pm AEST

There are some video games that are physically interactive, e.g., the Wii games.

Re: Topic Tuesday // Exercise as Therapy // Tues. 19 June 7pm AEST

It's intersting how exercise is often the last thing we want to do when we feel tired and lacking motivation...and yet once we do it, we feel more energised and motivated @PatchouliRose! Great to hear it helps with clearing your mind too @melq83

 

That sounds like a great plan @BlueBay

Re: Topic Tuesday // Exercise as Therapy // Tues. 19 June 7pm AEST

@BlueBayi wish i was that close! i think i would go every day if i did! im an hour away from our closest one so that makes it abit hard for me. 

Re: Topic Tuesday // Exercise as Therapy // Tues. 19 June 7pm AEST

The World Health Organisation recommends adults engage in a combination of moderate intensity aerobic exercise and strength training each week. There are so many different kinds of ways to get active and what works for one person, might not feel like the right fit for another. From walking to the mailbox to going to the gym – every bit of exercise counts. And in fact, the exercise worth doing, is any exercise that’s enjoyable (at least some of time time) and sustainable for you, your ability, and your lifestyle. 

 

What type of exercise do you enjoy? Do you prefer to exercise alone or with others? How might you be able to fit exercise into your daily routine?

Re: Topic Tuesday // Exercise as Therapy // Tues. 19 June 7pm AEST

Active gaming can be a really fun way to exercise @Bdazzle  👾

Re: Topic Tuesday // Exercise as Therapy // Tues. 19 June 7pm AEST

I'm very lucky where I live but I don't use it to my advantage. My anxiety is high at the moment just talking about all this. I will try to write up a plan and tslk eith my GP 

great suggestion cause I do love the beach. 😊

Re: Topic Tuesday // Exercise as Therapy // Tues. 19 June 7pm AEST

@Former-Member Yeah.  I think it's just a matter of taking the first few steps.

Re: Topic Tuesday // Exercise as Therapy // Tues. 19 June 7pm AEST

The Benefits of Exercise

  • Improved mood
  • Improved confidence
  • Reduce risk of relapse of depression
  • Improve confidence
  • Improve social connectedness
  • Distraction from a busy mind or unhelpful thoughts
  • Improved sleep
  • Provides a sense of achievement
  • Reduced stress
  • Helps with anger management
  • Helps with relaxation
  • If exercising outdoors, connects us with nature and sunlight (important for our health and our sleep)
  • Improves general health

Re: Topic Tuesday // Exercise as Therapy // Tues. 19 June 7pm AEST

Yeah I agree @PatchouliRose the first few steps are the hardest. 

Re: Topic Tuesday // Exercise as Therapy // Tues. 19 June 7pm AEST

@Former-Member

All great benefits 😊

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