Anyone else get the blues when they don't workout??

AlsDonkBoxSquat

I get anxious and short tempered and my joints start aching. The gym is both my mental and physical therapy. I don't know how people survive without it.

MorbidMander

I become more anxiety prone then anything else if I don't workout for a while. I also get a little side of depression which is always nice. So, I try to workout when I can.

justal313

I woke up Monday with a scorching case of Pink-eye. Between that and the cold from hell I've had, I wound up skipping the Gym or any form of exercise Monday and Yesterday. I don't have the blues but I'm not at all happy that I haven't done any kind of workout since sunday. I will be going tonight once everybody has gone to bed as is my normal schedule.

Illona88

Exercise makes your body produce serotonin, dopamine and phenylethylamine. They are also known as "happy chemicals".
So it would make sense that you are less cheerful when you're not exercising.
These chemicals also have an effect on anxiety, so you anxiety levels could raise as well. This is why my psych recommends to everyone with an AD to start going for walks or runs.

melinda200208

I know exactly how you feel! I haven't worked out in a couple week I feel fat, bloated, and gross!!! Therefore, I have been eating gross unhealthy food. Doesn't make sense, I know. I know a lot of people say this but I am starting out fresh in 2013. Hoping for a lifechange of eating more healthy and clean food and excersizing much more. I feel so much better menally and physically when I work out.

MaraDiaz

I'm not sure about "the blues" but I can become a downright *kitten* when I don't get to work out.

Me too. Only it's the female version.

I do notice I get sad though. I think working out is a great anti-depressant! Too bad it takes more effort than popping a pill, if it weren't for that, I bet we'd have happier people roaming around the first world countries.

NeverGivesUp

I am learning that I love exercise but I do not want to be adicted to it. If I control my food intake, then I do not feel guilty about not exercising every single day. I do not want to feel guilty about anything. I do miss it when I haven't had it for a little while though. I promised myself not to get addicted to anything this time around. So far so good.

bluefox9er

I don't get the blues as such but an overwhelming feeling of guilt if I miss a run when it's not a designated rest day. Christmas, birthdays Tec are of no consequence to me .

Litlbeast

I can't go days... If I take a one-day break I'm kind of nuts. But exercise is helping me w/ recovery. Just passed 100 days of sobriety a week ago. So I don't mind working out every day - it's better than doing something else.

Bobby__Clerici

For sure, and I always find sneaky ways to exercise.
I use a mini-trampoline at my computer station instead of sitting, wear ankle weights walking around as well as a 60 lb weighted vest doing house chores.
On those days when I just can't get to the gym, I still get some exercise.
Missing is no longer an option.

Sweetie_Pie92

I feel a little sad on the days I don't get to the gym. It's really a huge mood booster for me.

Lucy177

I get really frustrated when I don't run. I didn't run today so Ill be climbing the walls tomorrow. It's good motivation and hopefully will make me go faster! X

jjscholar

I have to admit to this but I do feel emotionally down when I am not able to workout...

BigGuy47

I'm bummed out when I can't exercise.

jdsmom0104

yeah, my whole attitude is dfif if i dont work out. its become a part of me, so if i dont have it, i feel like something's missing

BlairCottier

Its definitely not just you!! I saw someone else say that exercising produces "happy chemicals". This is absolutely true. I have dealt with depression/anxiety a few times in my life and I can easily say that it has not been when I have been working out consistently. I havent worked out the past couple of days, and I can definitely tell!! Exercise is very important for physical AND mental health.

Dymatized

I get antsy and cranky like a male PMS if I don't work out on a routine basis. Holidays is one thing but if I can't work out because of working too much or something keeps coming up that delays my routine then keep away LOL.

mcguvs

Yea, I get bummed when I miss a day. I am addicted !! No doubt !

sydneywb86

Agree with everyone. Not necessarily the blues, but even when I have a good excuse, I feel guilty and lazy and positive that I've gained at least 100 pounds (dramatic, I know.) One day back in the gym and I feel like my 'normal' self again. Working out has become a way to clear my mind and get 'grounded' again...going without it is a a mental and physical detriment these days. Plus, I just feel great after a good workout. The gym just feels like home now and like where I belong, as do my favorite running routes...wouldn't trade either for anything now. Totally considered myself addicted now!

Booksandbeaches

I feel sluggish and not myself if I don't work out. I like the post-workout high I get.