went back to the gym today

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Registered: 05-12-2003
went back to the gym today
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Wed, 07-13-2005 - 3:42pm

this is my first time going back since my anxiety got really bad 2 months ago. my anxieties revolved around breathing, so it was especially hard to go back to working out because it generally leaves you feeling out of breath. anyway, i was a runner before doing about 6 miles a day. today wasn't quite as successful, i only did about 25 minutes on the eliptical. I started feeling out of breath and had to work really hard at not feeling anxious...now that im home I dont feel too hot and im really trying to hold back a panic attack, I guess it's going to take some more hard work and determination. either way, im happy i made the decision to go back (considering I pay a lot of money every month to be a member).

I hope everyone else is having a good day,

mia

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Registered: 04-18-2003
Wed, 07-13-2005 - 3:57pm

Mia, that's so great! Just a little each day and you'll be back to your old routine before you know it.

Sheri Ann

Sheri Ann

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Registered: 03-11-2004
Wed, 07-13-2005 - 7:40pm

Whoo hoo! Way to go, gf! It will probably be small steps in the beginning, but this fear will lose it's grip. I know what you mean about the money invested. I get so mad @ myself if I don't get to the Y