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Wary of Workouts?

You may be thinking that exercise isn't for you. You've never cared for it all that much, even when you weren't dealing with depression. Exercise sounds like work — too much work. But it doesn't have to be! It's all in the way you go about it. If you've successfully pushed thoughts of exercise to the back of your brain, it's time to drag them out into the open. Rethink exercise as a way to counteract several of depression's symptoms.

Has it been a while since you looked in the mirror and liked what you saw? When you're so tired that it's a struggle to lift a finger, maintaining your fitness level is probably not high on your priority list. Would you be interested in getting rid of that fatigue? Of course, you would! And light to moderate exercise, such as walking, can do that for you. You've got all the equipment you need, and you're in control, every step of the way.

If you're worried about the high cost of a gym membership, fancy workout clothes, and exercise equipment, worry no more! You don't need to empty your bank account to reap the benefits of exercise. You can incorporate exercise into your daily life for next to nothing. Read on to find out how.

Alert

Before beginning any kind of exercise regimen, check with your doctor. She will give you some tips to make exercise work for you, especially if you have certain medical conditions, such as arthritis, that can make movement painful.

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