Depression can be seasonal. It can be hormonal. It is also a somewhat natural reaction in someone who knows their body is falling apart around them. This is yet another reason why you need to exercise. Exercise slows down body decay. This may not cure every form of depression, but it can at least take one reason for depression off of your mind. Every little bit helps.
When you work out your body releases endorphins that will make you feel euphoric for hours afterward. Watching your body rebuild itself can give you a sense of well-being and self-confidence that you can carry with you all the time.
Going to a gym to work out also connects you to other activity-minded seniors. This can help offset feelings of loneliness and isolation that can lead to depression. If you suffer from depression, see your doctor. This is not something you should try to fight through alone. While you are doing that, go exercise.
Companionship
This is the age when the funerals start. Friends you’ve known for a long time begin to pass on. That is why it is absolutely essential that you connect yourself to as wide a support network as possible. New friends will never replace old friends, but you should not be alone. Humans are pack animals. We need to do things with other people if we want to thrive.
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