Hello again!

[FenGirl1]

Well….I signed up ages ago and look at the app most days..but haven’t done anything. Life hasn’t been great and I’ve lost so much confidence which is not really like me and I feel so inadequate and useless….and the roads are not great for running…well I would struggle although people do run by. Anyway I have bought a treadmill and it has been delivered so once I get it up I can start at home then hopefully gain some confidence to go out on the road a bit and possibly reduce my meds. I have discussed all this with the nurse I see at the surgery and she is so supportive. So I have everything to gain…..I’ve just got to burst this black cloud dragging me down and get started……

Anyone else struggling with depression and anxiety, and having difficulty sleeping and had their confidence shredded….

[Instructor57 Graduate]

Well done on making that positive step to getting running !You are obviously wanting to do this if you now have a treadmill so well done .

And as you say, you now have everything to gain ! Go for it 👍

You ask if anyone else has struggled with Depression and Anxiety !

Well yes ! ME

I Was treated for both conditions for many many years !

I have used Medication, Hypnotherapy, and CBT.

I have been off medication now for several years but I am still very much living with it .

It was especially difficult after the last lockdown.

However, my running certainly helps !

Is it a cure ? No ... But a big help , not only in mental well-being but of course physical also !

So, get that treadmill plugged in , get those running shoes on , read the program guide .

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

And get that app up and running !

Good luck !

[FenGirl1 in reply to Instructor57]

Thank you so much....how encouraging!!

[JakJalan]

Just echoing the sentiments here, whatever you manage to achieve will improve your mental health beyond the reach of medication, it’s something for you, & will reward you in so many ways, keep on keeping on, every effort is a reward for you!

[Blackcat66 Graduate]

I understand.

You've made a great first step in getting the treadmill, you seem so determined to overcome the barriers stopping you. That's a great attitude to have and will help you progress through the programme! It can seem impossible to start, but you will not feel worse, only better. The boost to your self-esteem will help you get a little of your confidence back.

Do you have a friend you could do C25K with? Another idea is to set one goal only: week 1. That's all, no more goals to start with. Setting goals you cannot fail to meet will help your confidence too. Either way, you've made a great start! Wishing you all the very best with the next step.

[Luna2021 Graduate]

Hi FenGirl1, yes I completely understand having anxiety and/or depression sometimes makes getting up and going difficult and I'm finding the same currently.

Try to be kind to yourself and if you can't face it today then do it tomorrow 🙂 xx

[FenGirl1 in reply to Luna2021]

Thank you Luna2021….I appreciate it….x

[Solor Graduate]

Go FenGirl1! I hope C25k plays its part in your recovery. We’re all rooting for you and I’ll be looking out for your progress reports. 🏃‍♀️ Good luck and very best wishes

[FenGirl1 in reply to Solor]

Thank you so very much x