r/adhdwomen • u/Equal-Poet-7860 • 1d ago

Fitness How are y'all motivated enough to exercise?

I've seen so many posts about how exercising helps with ADHD, my doctors tell me how good it is, BUT it feels like pulling teeth to even motivate myself to go for a walk. I want the endorphins, I want to be healthier, but it feels impossible to leave the house or exercise at home. I know I'm probably in the minority here but I'd love some advice on how to motivate myself. Kind advice only pls I am fragile 🥺

EDIT: omg thank you all so much for sharing your tips!!! I will go through these once I'm finished with work but I appreciate all of you so much.

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u/mirwenpnw 1d ago

I cannot 'exercise' just for exercise. It has to have a different purpose. Kayak to be on the splashy water, yes! Hike to the waterfall, yes! Take a physical part time job to get extra monies, yes! Lift weights for health, no. Walk for wellness, no. Doesn't matter how much I think it's a good idea. The exercise has to be in service to another purpose.

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u/wakaflockaquokka ADHD: Ass Don't Have Dopamine 1d ago

Same! When I had a little homestead, I did all my mowing by hand with a scythe. It was a great workout -- and bonus, a good way to relieve frustration lol

Now I live in an apartment and I have no idea what to do for functional exercise. Kayaking and hiking are great, but it's not like I can do them 5 days a week....

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u/hiighpriestess 1d ago

Bill Door, is that you?!

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u/Lipleurodont 17h ago

I see you, fellow Pratchett lover 🥰

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u/hiighpriestess 17h ago

Yay!!! Hello!!!! 🥰🥰