Running

[yume_]

Since the start of this year I began running. It all started because there was a race I was planning to go but it eventually evolved to a coping mechanism as my mental health deteriorated.

It is my alone time and it helps me to think less. I cannot spiral if I am actively fighting to survive a run. And I also got some progress that I can be kinda proud of :)

Just curious to know if anyone here also runs or does any other kind of exercise that helps in a similar way! :D

 

[Aknu132]

I'm glad that running is helping you tolerate life a little better. When my legs aren't hurting, I go for walks, it helps a lot. I put on some music and just wander around, lost in daydreams.

 

[persistentheartache]

I also find that running helps. I've made a habit of going for a jog when I'm feeling so distressed I can't think clearly

I also find lifting weights can help. I can rep 3 plates on weighted dips and do 4 plates for a triple and that ego boost helps my mood even if temporarily haha