I go to the gym at least 4 days a week and swim on the Fri, Sat, Sun when I don't work. I deal with a lot of medical issues also, and daily exercise and just movement in general is a part of my Pain Mgmt. regimen.

I also find that working out and the different types of massage and Sauna I use afterward at the gym, greatly relieve my stress, improve my mood and slow the hamster wheel down in my brain.

I used to like the sauna. I used to bring eukaliptus oil with me, and drop a little on the heat radiators in the steam room. Cleared out the sinus.

a body in motion stays in motion. :)

I love to exercise. I have exercised regularly since I was about 15 and I'm now 50. With my physical disabilities and chronic pain, I haven't been able to do much in terms of exercise except for stretches. However, I do have a seated cardio cruiser in which I can just use the legs wearing my leg braces. After I make it through this summer's outings, I'm hoping to start the cardio cruiser sometime in November. I look forward to it!

Good for you guys.... I NEED to do this....xo

I have four dogs do I do a fair bit of walking. I also like to take the stairs at work. I go up and down them all night. That’s about the only exercise I get but it does make me feel good

I read where a good belly laugh uses more energy than jogging so I'm off to the park to sit on the bench and laugh at all the joggers :-D

The concept makes a lot of sense. Walking helps to clear my mind so I can imagine how regular, consistent exercise would be beneficial to everyone. I need to work on doing this to reduce my stress level and improve my mood. Thank you for sharing your success story!

Exercise causes the brain to release several Endorphins or neurotransmitters. Physical activity stimulates the release of dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin. These brain chemicals play an important part in regulating your mood.

Mwhahaha…… Moobs we can giggle together....haha.....xo

I'll be on the next flight to Canada as soon as I win the lottery!

I'll have to visit in summer though. I don't do cold anymore.

yes Moob a 'gut laugh' is soooo good. I shall join you and Jan on that bench.

I was swimming about four times/week which I love but since I've been taking care of Boo I have been walking her for 2-3 hrs/day. I sadly have to find a new home for her as the Ortho told me that walking (which I love) is not good in my case but swimming is excellent. Not bad really as I would live in water by choice. I can have my swim and then come home and have a 3hr epsom salt and essential oil bath which is the only thing that gives me real respite from pain.
happy dancing, walking, swimming, stretching, laughing etc to all.
Big Fat Hugs

I avoid it lol