Posted by F43 on February 07, 2008 at 17:51:14:

In Reply to: Frustrated posted by joe80 on February 07, 2008 at 14:25:55:

joe80: I'm biased. I think increasing exercise is the most important thing anyone can do, for most problems. After a night of not sleeping, one of the first things I do is ten minutes of rope skipping, to displace all the adrenaline and get some energy. It's tough to get going, but once I'm moving, I feel great.

As long as you don't have a history of cardiac problems or high blood pressure, you'll be fine. (If in doubt, check with your doctor). Just do it gradually. Try adding 5 minutes each day to whatever you do, and take a break if it feels like too much. The heart is a really tough muscle, and exercise on top of sleep deprivation won't hurt you. Increasing your exercise will pay off in droves in every way: it releases endorphins which reduce anxiety and tension and improves your mood; it gives an outlet to excess adrenaline; it raises your body temperature, which helps it to drop later (which induces sleep); and it improves your circulation, which will make you feel better in the long run. And it's fun! Just watch the timing: Most people find it best to get exercise in the morning or by late afternoon. Getting exercise 4-6 hours before bedtime is stimulating, and can leave you too wired to sleep.

Have fun!

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