Originally Posted by
enigmaT120
Since one of the symptoms of depression is the lack of desire to do anything, how is a depressed person going to start exercising? I get a mental picture of picking yourself up by the scruff of your own neck.
An accurate picture. Obligations to a positive, fun, supportive exercise community (not just a class or gym, but a community) really helps. 1 - you have to show up. 2 - you want to show up because of the people there.
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