My Path

Depression is a chemical imbalance in the brain where you are generating more downer chemicals rather than the uppers. When you add more of those upper chemicals into your body system, you’ll create much more of a balanced reaction which is where your brain and system should be.
    One of the most widely known “upper” chemicals you brain produces is called endorfins. Endorfins are created by your brain, which are then released into and flow down your body, which in turn make you more happy. The way these endorfin  are created is by simply exercising. Have you ever noticed that after either you or someone you know is finished with a work out, no matter how short or long, they are tired, but also have a glow and radiating sense of well being? These reactions are due to and created by endorfins. Whether your running, boxing, biking, doing yoga, aerobics, or simple stretches. Anything which is the slightest bit strenuous to you, you will be creating and those endorphins which can and will help you create more happiness.
    Of course one of the hardest things to battle with when living with depression is not having the motivation and having to push yourself to do the simplest tasks. Don’t over work yourself, and yet at the same time, don’t sell yourself short. You may be able and find greater joy in doing so if you’ll simply allow yourself to try. To think of the end result, of that happy, lifted up, and fulfilled rather than down, low, or saddened, will always help you to get moving.   
    Working with a partner is helpful in more ways than one. You will have someone there to challenge you, support you, and to also watch out for your safety. With two or more people, it’s much easier to get used to working out and can be a fun activity with a friend or family member. You don’t need a partner, due keep in mind you can always do simple activities on your own and should never feel pressured to only work out when your with another person. Everyone is different and some people prefer to work with others, and others would much rather enjoy the solitude.
    Your work out doesn’t’ need to be scheduled and you definatly need a gym membership.All you really need to do is move and feel your moving. Take a small walk to get you started, enjoy the air. If you like to bike, take a small ride around the neighborhood. When you begin moving around more and more, you will notice you’ll have more energy to do more, feel internally and externally happier, and you will be one step closer to balancing out the chemical imbalance going on in your brain, which will aid you in relieving and even destroying your depression.
    You should as a rule consult your doctor before starting any kind of extensive work out routine as they will be able to work best with your needs, health, as well and monitor you depression and the effects of your exercise on it. You should always be safe! If you will be or plan on working out with heavy materials such a dumbells, work with a partner.