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"Running saved my life" - Running can do a lot more than just keep you fit!
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Lyndon Tudor Maisey Offline
#1 Posted : 10 October 2014 16:41:30(UTC)
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Being a Bipolar sufferer myself I know first hand the benefits of running and how much it can really suppress and subdue the condition.

My condition is now so well managed that I forget I have even got it and running is key to that.

I find personally, running alone is not enough but it makes one hell of a difference! I cant say it has saved my life but it could have for all I know.

I couldn't recommend it enough to people suffering with depression! Exercise is the most under-utilised antidepressant and the most effective!

This story shows how even someone suffering with very severe Bipolar can kill off the condition with running.

"Running saved my life'
10 October 2014 Updated 08:53

Bipolar sufferer Simon Lamb explains how long-distance running saved his life.

The 39-year-old, who attempted suicide "quite a few times", says the "more I ran, the better I felt", and last Christmas ran 77 miles from London to Portsmouth.

BBC Get Inspired looks at how exercise and a healthy lifestyle can help with a variety of mental illnesses.

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http://m.bbc.co.uk/sport/get-inspired/29560382

If you know anyone suffering with depression I would urge them to start.

Its definitely worth remembering Lydiards golden rule which is "train not strain". Thats a great rule because you can apply it to anyone and it will benefit them, but in particular beginners. Smile
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katyjb
#2 Posted : 10 October 2014 17:08:02(UTC)
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I absolutely agree.
I've suffered with problems of this nature and it's no exaggeration to say that running transformed my life.
It helps me to relax and think things through, it has given me confidence and a sense of achievement, it's lead to me meeting a whole load of interesting, nice and supportive people. It can be a form of solitary reflection or an energising social activity.
It's changed my perspective on the world. Running through beautiful surroundings, breathing in fresh air, feeling fit healthy and strong, surrounded by people with whom you share a common purpose and passion - it has made me appreciate how good life can be; how many things there are to feel grateful for.

I can't emphasise enough just how good running can be for the mind as well as the body :-)

Great post and thank you for sharing
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#3 Posted : 11 October 2014 06:43:57(UTC)
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Lyndon,

I've so much respect for you and your honesty / openness. you are legend.. I dont know you katy but welcome to the club and you will get loads of running encourement from the club.. its so much easier running with friends..and occassionally have a good race with them too even on a thursday night..

and Lyndon, does that mean you've entered sospan 10, and the cross country ? November is re-base again for me.. get my 5k under 18 sometime
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#4 Posted : 11 October 2014 08:09:21(UTC)
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Great post Katy that really does sum it up wonderfully! Smile

James

I haven't put in for the Sospan 10 but put my name down for Cross Country.

I haven't had a great week in that my legs got battered on the Half because I didn't train much leading up to it.

I have had to take it very easy the last few days. I have been feeling a bit asthmatic the last two days too but I'm hopefully on the mend.

I hope to come along to the Gwent League but I would be just making the numbers up I think.Which is what its all about so I will see how I am in the morning.

I hope to get back on track in the next few days.
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katyjb
#5 Posted : 11 October 2014 09:55:01(UTC)
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Thank you both :-)
I don't believe I've met you yet but I will soon, I'm sure.
I did my first run with Les Croups on Thursday and I loved it. Was really impressed with how supportive and friendly everyone is and I was seriously excited to hear how many events, runs and races you're involved with! I know I'm going to get so much out of this :-)
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#6 Posted : 11 October 2014 10:41:53(UTC)
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Running probably saved mine. If it wasn't for putting vaseline on my nipples before a long run I would never have found the lump, and it certainly made my body fit enough for all the subsequent treatment.

Good post, Lyndon. When I was diagnosed with depression quite a few years ago I turned to running as I read it could help and I was able to throw away the pills. I changed pills for hills!! BigGrin

Welcome to the club, Katy BigGrin
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#7 Posted : 14 October 2014 09:35:17(UTC)
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Running helped me when my father got cancer. I almost gave up because I didn't think it was fair I could still run and he couldn't. It also helped me after he died. Doing Snowdon and Cardiff gave something to focus on. I still miss him getting me up on Sundays to go training or to a race. I miss the banter I use to get from him, Tony and Alan. You are all brave.
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