Life at times can be very challenging and circumstances and or significant events can take you to a low place. Being in a low place mentally is very difficult for many reasons, one reason is often as you feel helpless because things are outside of your control.

One of the things you almost always have full control over is the way in which you both use and nurture your body. It may not always feel like it, but there is always a choice here that you have an element of control over.

As difficult as it may be, if you are in somewhat of a state of depression, once you start to move your body, change your physiology, and nourish it with foods and influences that build you up more so than break you down two things happen…

1. The first being that you feel better in the moment. A combination of the release of endorphins and other chemicals in the brain help to immediately change your state for the better. You also get the added benefit of the knowledge that you’re doing something that in some way shape or form your future self will thank you for.
2. The second being that you can then come to realise that there is an element of control over the direction of your life. By taking care of this area consistently you gain momentum that can positively influence so many other areas of your life, like your inner confidence, self-esteem, outlook on life and belief in what is possible for you.

It’s been said before but exercise REALLY is the most underrated and under-utilised antidepressant!

I have worked with many people over the years who started in a very low place and by taking a fitness journey with me, have quite literally transformed their lives for the better. Working with people and seeing them change in multiple areas of their lives is incredibly rewarding for me. It inspires me when I see them take a leap of faith and change their actions and then stay the course and trust the process, even when their current state can’t necessarily see things getting any better. When it invariably does get better, it’s the best thing in the world.

I myself can relate to this immensely which is why I have such an unwavering passion for it. I have had times in my life where I have felt low and always find myself going back to exercise and healthy eating to help pick me up. Of course, this lifestyle is deeply rooted in me but I do find that if I’ve not been as focused in these areas due to life challenges (mainly due to ADHD struggles), it can really affect my mood, so tuning into this and addressing the fundamentals really helps to get me back on track.

If you are in a low place, doesn’t necessarily need to be full on depression but even just a run of low days, I guarantee you exercise and healthy eating will help immensely. I would love to help coach you through this! If you are interested to know more then please complete the short form at the top of the homepage and let’s chat!