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BlueBaySenior Contributor
Does anyone exercise while having a mental illness? I suffer from borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety and PTSD. I struggle to go out and exercise or even go out for a walk. I fear of failure, fear of being judged, fear of not being able to complete my exercise plans.
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How I wish I could @BlueBay!
I used to be able to go cycling, walking, even to classes and stuff, but some years ago my PTSD was retriggered leaving me often unable to even leave the house.
Only a few hours ago I started thinking about whether or not I could find a Tai Chi session nearby where I could go again. If only I could put on a suit that made me able to participate anonymously.
This year I intend to really pursue more body movement, I just have not worked out what nor how yet. Tai Chi was something I really enjoyed doing, there was no judgement and no gossipy cliques, but the instructor left town. *sigh*
I hope you manage to find something you can do and enjoy.
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Ant7Senior Contributor
@BlueBay I have depression and I train regulary 2 to 4 times a week but sometimes I struggle to get out the door. I do feel better after I have done something
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QueenieSenior Contributor
Hey @BlueBay, I live with schizoaffective disorder and sometimes (I really need to do it more often) lap swim at the local pool. Considering medications have had a large impact on my weight, I really need to do more exercise as I struggle with exercise out of the pool due to obesity.
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BlueBaySenior Contributor
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Hi @Former-Member
I also use to do Tai Chi and enjoyed it immensely for mostly the same reasons you stated - no judgement and negative gossipy cliques - I found it a very soothing and positive experience. I hope you find another group nearby soon. I like to also walk in nature or along the beach - always relaxes me. If I stay at home I like to dance to music I enjoy for exercise and fun 💃😁
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ZamSenior Contributor
i exercise 5 days a week. Somedays it is so incredibly hard to have the motivation or the energy but i just force myself to do it knowing that if i dont, the medication im on could be increasing my weight. I cant go off my meds so i exercise to make sure i dont put on any weight.
you said about not wanting people to judge you, if you have the internet and can access youtube, there is a great channel called "hasfit". They show fitness routines that you dont need equipment and can do it right at home. I have been doing that for about a year now and the results have been pretty great.. Anyway hopefully you find what works for you.
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SleepyPandaSenior Contributor
Hi @Zam
Have you tried the Wii Fit Plus, maybe a more fun way of exercsing?
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