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Originally Posted by BuildABridge
Oh yeah, exercise improves my mood too! I also have a knee problem (and a back problem to go with it), so for me it's only a gentle walk, as recommended by GP and physiotherapist.
But if the sun comes out (or when the rain stops) I'm like "... darn it! now my excuse to sit on my buttocks is gone! ...). I think I'm getting a bit lazy, but I find it hard to drag myself out of the house sometimes.
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yeah, I feel that way too, but more resentful instead of guilty. I usually exercise inside, so sunshine isn't a requirement. What I feel is angry that I can't ride my bicycle outside like I used to. It is hard now, because I don't have the energy. I used to wake up about 3 am and ride my bicycle in the dark before going to work. It was peaceful out there and not too many cars. I haven't done that for almost 10 years though. I don't have the energy. I don't mind the sun as much when I can ride a bicycle. It makes me angry when I can't.
Now my knees limit me where I need to be very careful. I can't even walk very often, because it hurts my knees.
I definitely identify with the feelings of guilt when I don't exercise. LOL I guess I don't feel guilty as much, because I skip so often that I no longer expect it of myself.