Posted by mattdds on October 5, 2003, at 20:51:23
Hello all,
I am painfully aware of all the research that shows how exercise is beneficial in many areas, including mental health.
My beef with exercise is that it makes *me* feel like crap! This is why I have not been able to stick to an exercise plan - I seem to get a surge of anxiety and panicky feelings a couple hours after running or lifting weights. I have often wondered if this is due to lactic acid buildup occurring after exercise, as lactic acid infusions have been used experimentally to induce panic attacks!
I look pretty decent, not at all overweight, so I'm not interested in exercise to lose weight. It's just something I'd like to work into an overall lifestyle.
But it doesn't seem worth getting panic attacks over, as these are detrimental to my mental health as well (which, to me is more important than my physical condition).
Anybody else get this? I feel like the oddball, because exercise is supposed to make you feel so good. Any stories, suggestions? Any response would be appreciated. I don't want to live a couch potato lifestyle if there is any way around it.
Thanks!
Matt
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