Ive been depressed and anxious for a couple of years so i wasnt really getting out of bed. And now guess who started working out! :)3wk ⋅ feetsfleep ⋅ r/EOOD
Ive been depressed and anxious for a couple of years so i wasnt really getting out of bed. And now guess who started working out! :)3yr ⋅ zly-wplyw ⋅ r/EOOD
Me exercising because my doctor says it increases endorphin levels3yr ⋅ BeerIsTheMindSpiller ⋅ r/EOOD
I know we always say go for a walk on EOOD but this meme does make a point2yr ⋅ rob_cornelius ⋅ r/EOOD
On the left bad alcoholic, unmedicated bipolar, heaviest weight 6’6” 330. On the right 6 months sober, medicated, hitting the gym 292. Not a huge difference but I’m loving life right now.4yr ⋅ lyricalpoet66 ⋅ r/EOOD
Did my first ever parkrun this morning. Only 5k but it's the furthest I have run in 15 years4yr ⋅ rob_cornelius ⋅ r/EOOD
Went to a new gym, got lost, felt so awkward and lost, I wanted to go home so badly but I pushed through my anxiety and did some exercise!2yr ⋅ laurynbr00ke ⋅ r/EOOD
If anybody is in need of talking and getting advice, this community is the one to go to, it has helped me a lot.4yr ⋅ GeneralReposti_Bot ⋅ r/EOOD
I’m a nurse working 2 full time jobs, yes even in the current outbreak. I’ve been free falling into depression from stress, lack of sleep and sheer exhaustion. Today instead of just coming home and drinking to fall asleep, I went for a run. It felt amazing.4yr ⋅ julesnyrn ⋅ r/EOOD
Started a 2nd antidepressant and it's been a wonderful aid for getting things done! I've exercised the same amount in last 3 days as all of June!3yr ⋅ laurynbr00ke ⋅ r/EOOD
After months of not exercising, I finally got my butt to the swimming pool yesterday and it felt amazing. Then today I went for an autumnal walk even though I didn't feel up to it, really glad I went! Found my bobble hat in the back of the wardrobe too 👍🏻4yr ⋅ houmousqueen ⋅ r/EOOD
Don't beat yourself up if you didn't get around to it today, that will only push you further back! Have self compassion!4yr ⋅ some_kinda_stupid ⋅ r/EOOD
Just exercised for the first time in 2 years because of this community. Thank you. You are all so brave.4yr ⋅ sowieso_ ⋅ r/EOOD
135+ lbs. down. I believe in every single one of you on your journey. If I can do it, you can too!4yr ⋅ doomflwr ⋅ r/EOOD
Haven’t been to the gym in a month due to catching the Rona. But heading back. 72 lbs down. 10 months sober. CICO, weights, nutrition. Bipolar but stable on meds. Look I learned how to smile.3yr ⋅ lyricalpoet66 ⋅ r/EOOD
Still depressed, but down almost 20 lbs since the end of May, and under 300 for the first time in a while.5yr ⋅ Rinnaul ⋅ r/EOOD
Here's a little secret of mine I call it beach therapy.When I'm struggling with what's in my head I walk along the shoreline looking for sea/beach glass.I have to concentrate a bit to find it as it's rare,which takes my mind of things, relaxes me listening to the waves and is great excersie too3yr ⋅ Rum_Addled_Brain ⋅ r/EOOD
Even though I won’t be swimsuit ready by this summer, working out recently has given me a lot of confidence to rock a 2 piece!5yr ⋅ brandeelee95 ⋅ r/EOOD
day 1 of gym-ing complete! august is usually when my depressive episodes kick in hardcore and i’m basically catatonic until january. this year i’m gonna try to be a lil proactive and get healthier and (hopefully) happier too :^)5yr ⋅ ohhh-caitlyn ⋅ r/EOOD
Christmas is hard this year, so I got some miles in today with the goodest boy!4yr ⋅ emmythemorris ⋅ r/EOOD
I went on a bike ride with my 95 year old neighbor and it reminded me... don't give up.3yr ⋅ photocopytimmy ⋅ r/EOOD
I went in my first run in 5 weeks after an extreme depressive episode that landed me in the hospital. It took 9 days to work up the courage to finally do it because I was scared I wouldn’t be able to run anymore. But I did it! I freaking did it. And today I’m doing it again!!3yr ⋅ bethanyfitness ⋅ r/EOOD
Getting back to the gym after emerging from a Big Bad Depressive Episode (space jam tee for confidence)3yr ⋅ samson_locks ⋅ r/EOOD
I never liked running, tried to force myself to it for years. I thought I didn't like cardio at all, but I started to learn unicycling a year ago at 22 and I think I found my sport. Yesterday I tried mountains and woods for the first time and it went surprisingly well. It was a good day.3yr ⋅ grusel_cookie ⋅ r/EOOD
Hey you guys! I found an app called AllTrails that gives you many hiking trails near your location. Thought I’d share, this is me at The Top of the World in Laguna, CA🌞3yr ⋅ Bluue19 ⋅ r/EOOD
First workout without thinking about calories burned or my size. Just moving my body to get stronger and more flexible. Can't wait to do it again tomorrow!4yr ⋅ laurynbr00ke ⋅ r/EOOD
I’m up to week 7 on Couch to 5K!! I can now run for 25 minutes without stopping! At the start of the programme I could barely cope with going out because of my anxiety stopping me leaving the house, but now when I run I don’t want to come home! Thank you so much to this group for inspiring me 💛4yr ⋅ gnataral ⋅ r/EOOD
Suffering from consistent bullying and anxiety all his life. GSP gives his take on getting better.4yr ⋅ Sal21G ⋅ r/EOOD
This time of year always has a negative effect on my mental health and I often find it hard to motivate myself, but today not even the awful British weather could put me off going for a walk! Thank you all for always being so supportive and motivating 😁4yr ⋅ houmousqueen ⋅ r/EOOD
Started a 2nd antidepressant and it's been a wonderful aid for getting things done! I've exercised the same amount in last 3 days as all of June!11mo ⋅ Histovcsxv ⋅ r/EOOD
This is Maggie. I’ve struggled with anxiety, depression and low energy for most of my life. She motivates me to take care of myself so that I can take better care of her. We walked 28 miles this week!4yr ⋅ pegmatitic ⋅ r/EOOD
This is what we do. It doesn't matter how good you are at exercise. Just put the work in.3yr ⋅ rob_cornelius ⋅ r/EOOD
Feeling down again so decided to take my boys out for a bike ride. Easy? Hell no! Worth it? Hell yes!2yr ⋅ Becky-and-Momo ⋅ r/EOOD
I reached my lowest point in my life this week. I want to recover/cope with my PTSD and depression. It starts today. Wish me luck!1yr ⋅ PunpunGetsBetter98 ⋅ r/EOOD
Working out for the first time in 1.5 years. Used to be 120 5 years ago, depression hit and now I’m 232. Could use support!5yr ⋅ brandeelee95 ⋅ r/EOOD
went for a jog and did some at home exercises today. after a few weeks of this i definitely think working out has slightly eased some of my depression symptoms! i have a lot of energy these days which is unheard of for me! ft. my cheesy post it notes ( ◠‿◠ )5yr ⋅ ohhh-caitlyn ⋅ r/EOOD
I'm a father and my 2nd baby was born during covid. I've had days where I was a giant ball of anxiety from trying to make ends meet, sometimes no one could come help us with the baby. To get back to living I took on a frosty morning swim-challenge with the help of a friend. It was beautiful.3yr ⋅ photocopytimmy ⋅ r/EOOD
My new motivation: I’m addicted to sugary drinks so I made a drink jar. 15 minutes of cardio exercise= $0.25. My favorite drinks cost $4.50. So, 4 1/2 hours of cardio=one drink (:4yr ⋅ VannaZ ⋅ r/EOOD
Just a little reminder that you will feel a lot better after a good sweat and fresh air. A (slightly red) selfie with a little smile to prove it!4yr ⋅ PopcornKoala ⋅ r/EOOD
If anybody is in need of talking and getting advice, this community is the one to go to, it has helped me a lot.5yr ⋅ GiovanniZT83 ⋅ r/EOOD
Lately running has taken a back seat to working in a hospital 7 days a week, but I’m so happy I powered through and went for a run. Even met my goal to do a sub 2:00 10 miles 😀4yr ⋅ julesnyrn ⋅ r/EOOD
We conquered our local mountain today. I’m starting to recognise this little glimmer of myself, it’s so faint but I can almost touch it now.4yr ⋅ JackDevTranslator ⋅ r/EOOD
I live in a very depressing basement apartment at my dads house and decided to take my workout outside today since it’s very easy to give up down there. I even used an old beehive as a bench!3yr ⋅ coldsheep3 ⋅ r/EOOD
as someone that has struggled with finding a community and enjoying exercise, the climbing community has been my answer to exercise out of depression. it’s enjoyable, a mental and physical battle, and rewarding. try climbing if you feel stuck! 🧗♀️2yr ⋅ ecbatic ⋅ r/EOOD
Nervous to start the gym tomorrow but proud of my progress so far. From self harm to self improvement :)2yr ⋅ sneepsnoop694 ⋅ r/EOOD
day 3! after a short break, i am back, it was a struggle to work out today but i know it’s what’s best for me right now (even though my mental health isn’t the greatest right now)5yr ⋅ ohhh-caitlyn ⋅ r/EOOD
Happy Thanksgiving! I ran the last race of my series this morning. Went from a year of no running to 4 races and a 37 minute 5k!4yr ⋅ Kheldarson ⋅ r/EOOD
Got myself a big girl who requires lots of exercise to help me EOOD! Meet Poko!4yr ⋅ Jajajones11 ⋅ r/EOOD
went for a 6 mile jog at 1AM along PCH. just started Lexapro after the first 7 weeks of Zoloft failed. found a new way to clear my mind when the bad thoughts come in. :)4yr ⋅ Bluue19 ⋅ r/EOOD
8 years ago, depressed and suicidal I’d come to Wellington Zoo to see the animals and get some exercise. They let me bring a support person and it was the only way I felt comfortable interacting with others. Today I went with my 2 year old son. I’m so grateful I stuck around.3yr ⋅ Becky-and-Momo ⋅ r/EOOD
Way out of my comfort zone, but I did a climbing beginners course today!3yr ⋅ OrangutanClyde ⋅ r/EOOD
My progress from the last 6 months working out 3x/week. Used to be severely underweight. Progress looks different for everyone2yr ⋅ rikkionreddit ⋅ r/EOOD
...it's not wrong [x-post from r/gardening, thought we could all use this message, esp on the equinox!]5yr ⋅ olivish ⋅ r/EOOD
Today was my first day at the gym. I’m still scared of it, but I hope to have the courage to win this battle10mo ⋅ OrdemNaCela ⋅ r/EOOD
Finally found discipline & motivation!! Got this trainer last month, got winded after 10 minutes. Now I ride an hour+ daily while watching TV, gaming, etc. Time flies & I sweat buckets. Only ~$60 too, can’t recommend enough to get some movement in at home.3yr ⋅ sixsixdix ⋅ r/EOOD
One year after I started going to therapy to finally talk about my past. I have a support network now and have just begun getting back into exercise. We are the strong ones for perseverance and self-care.4yr ⋅ Geekitgood ⋅ r/EOOD
I’ve been going for a walk everyday for the past week, today was my longest walk! Finally want to get back into it!2yr ⋅ what-a-doric ⋅ r/EOOD
[WIP] That annoying moment you realise you’ve done an entire section one row to high 🙃😭 time to rip out the yellow flower and try again 😅 probably should have picked something simpler for my 2nd project! Any tips on avoiding silly mistakes like this would be very much appreciated!!3yr ⋅ aloevera123 ⋅ r/EOOD
Struggling with BPD, depression, and anxiety. This is my first run in a really long time. Proud of myself really. Damn I need a shower.3yr ⋅ luayispotato ⋅ r/EOOD
One year ago I started lifting to beat depression - this is my favourite 'progress pic'7yr ⋅ EOODThrowaway ⋅ r/EOOD
The best thing you can do to improve yourself is step our your comfort zone. David Goggins is a fantastic example of that.4yr ⋅ Sal21G ⋅ r/EOOD
Long time lurker with anxiety/adhd, just wanted to share my 4 year progress pic and say thanks 👍5yr ⋅ deathmelon ⋅ r/EOOD
My first month of running - I have no one to share it with and I'm happy I kept going! It ain't much but it's honest work3yr ⋅ _asteri ⋅ r/EOOD
I was in a slump, but then started cleaning up as I walk! I love my walks where I get the trash in my neighborhood too. Of course, use gloves, etc.3yr ⋅ skyrimir ⋅ r/EOOD
Follow up on my “drink jar”! I MADE IT!!! 4 1/2 hours of cardio and about 6 days later, I’ve earned myself a boba tea (:4yr ⋅ VannaZ ⋅ r/EOOD
After such a shitty weekend, went for a long run on the beach today. It was exactly what I needed.4yr ⋅ julesnyrn ⋅ r/EOOD
Went to the Gym in September 2018 a depressed 249 pound mess, “ran” a mile in 17:38 on the treadmill. Just got back from this and I honestly can’t wipe the smile off my face.5yr ⋅ heavykennyder ⋅ r/EOOD
I was shadowboxing on the boardwalk and one of the boaters on the river started humming the rocky theme song on his megaphone. Wish I caught that on camera 😂5yr ⋅ Callusedthenics ⋅ r/EOOD
A different kind of exercise: clean up the mess I’ve been unable to keep up with for so long (wish me luck)4yr ⋅ existentialrealizm ⋅ r/EOOD
The pandemic and horrible allergies have confined me to my 400 sq ft apartment, but that won’t stop me from getting my steps in!4yr ⋅ christinesheets44 ⋅ r/EOOD
Exercise has immensely healed my depression! Added bonus: looking healthy & fit. I’m so happy to feel like ME again; happy; cheerful; excited; silly; positive; reliable; giving; supportive; social; hopeful.4yr ⋅ WhiskerBoots ⋅ r/EOOD
MRW a particularly overweight man at the gym gets off the treadmill, takes a quick breath, and gets back on6yr ⋅ rob_cornelius ⋅ r/EOOD
One year ago: I needed a wheelchair as I couldn’t walk more than a few meters at a time. I was pregnant. I was struggling to stay positive. Today: I walked my electric bike up this hill! Keep putting one foot in front of the other. You will be surprise at how far it gets you.5yr ⋅ Becky-and-Momo ⋅ r/EOOD
Excuse all my background junk, but lookie what I bought! I'm so excited!2yr ⋅ SadieSadieSnakeyLady ⋅ r/EOOD
An awesome resource which has helped us with mental health and exercise and how we are using it. More in the comments.4yr ⋅ RodneyRodnesson ⋅ r/EOOD
Hope it's okay to share my little victory here. Completed my very first official 10k race yesterday, this is me before and after. Get fucked, depression.7yr ⋅ powerspank ⋅ r/EOOD
Anxious and depressed, I stumbled into aerial gymnastics and found peace. After thirteen months, a photographer walking by managed to capture the first photo of me in my state of ultimate bliss. (x-post /r/happy)7yr ⋅ FuckApathy ⋅ r/EOOD
When you're super dysfunctional and can barely prepare meals but you still want to eat a vegetable, for fitness10mo ⋅ black_rose_ ⋅ r/EOOD
Hit a new Bench Press PB on my Birthday! 75kg for 3 reps. 1 year ago I had never bench pressed before. Here's to that feeling of hitting those goals, physical and mental :) My wife spotting me, as she does in life too <34yr ⋅ young_london ⋅ r/EOOD
Used to run competitively, but stopped completely for almost 3 years. 2nd week in of every other day running. Its tough building a routine, but I think I’m getting used to it.3yr ⋅ jackdskis ⋅ r/EOOD
My week hasn't been going so well, but I ran a 10k race yesterday and couldn't be happier. I won't go down without a fight.6yr ⋅ powerspank ⋅ r/EOOD
My first workout in almost two years. Not letting my illness beat me. Not this time.5yr ⋅ loveasaconstruct ⋅ r/EOOD
hello beautiful people, ive been doing yoga for the past couple weeks and i feel awesome. it’s okay to change up your routine every now and again. be kind to yourselves. 💓4yr ⋅ ohhh-caitlyn ⋅ r/EOOD
Went cycling with these two. Was feeling down and so tempted to take the car. I’m so glad I didn’t. Fresh air and exercise was just what I needed. Looks like it did them good too!5yr ⋅ Becky-and-Momo ⋅ r/EOOD
