
Motivational Interviewing with William Miller
Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast
Reigniting the Exercise Habit: Running and Gym as Potential Solutions
The individual used to run regularly and enjoyed it in the past, finding it helpful in feeling better afterward. Despite feeling better post-exercise, the individual stopped running when life got busy. The conversation highlighted the paradox of depression where activities that are beneficial are often not appealing in the moment. Going to the gym was also mentioned as a helpful activity that made the individual feel better and more positive about themselves. The suggestion was made to consider restarting running or going to the gym as feasible options to reignite the exercise habit, utilizing activities that have been enjoyable and beneficial in the past.
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