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exercise for us? (lemmy.world)

submitted 11 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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Exercise is hitting. My brain gives up way before my body does. Even when I try and listen to music or watch shows while exercising, I just can't keep at it.

Has anyone found an ADHD friendly way to exercise?

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[–] [email protected] 7 points 11 months ago (1 children)

Someone else mentioned VR games, if you can afford the gear I second that recommendation. Some games can be quite the workout, and it doesn't feel like I'm convincing myself to exercise because I'm just playing video games.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 11 months ago

Third this suggestion. Haven't played much more than beatsaber, but its more of a workout than a bike ride for me. Of course its what you make of it. I personally like fast songs and I intentionally try to use my arms to swing at least partly. If you just use your wrists, you'll probably get less of a workout. There's also maps focused on fitness (lots of wall dodging and squats) if you want to do those (I typically find them less fun, so I don't really play them).

OTOH, if you can make commuting by bike your normal means of commuting, that can be a way to be consistent in getting exercise. Even if using an ebike and only getting light exercise.