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My body is deconditioned, i want to exercise. i'm on anxiety & dep. meds. my heart rate is high w/basic things (100-105 usually. should i exercise still?

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As tolerated: Gradually increasing exercise will help your stamina as well as anxiety. I see that you are only taking benzos. Talk to your doctor about using some ssri if appropriate for you. That will give youore energy. Mind it that bezoa are for short term use only.

Answered 4/4/2015

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Sure: Start gently with a bike, brisk walking, elliptical machine, swimming for at least 20-30 min 3-4x a week.After a few weeks of this, u can add some resistance training.Let someone with certified training instruct u on proper technique.This also may lower your anxiety level and help your depression.Thats what multiple studies have shown. Good luck.

Answered 4/4/2015

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Yes: The high hr is likely due to the deconditioned state. Start light and progress gradually. Try 4-5 days per week for 30-60 minutes trying to raise your hr to 160-180 and keep it there for 30 min. Your hr will start to lower with improved conditioning. Build in 2 recup. Days per week. Walking, jogging, biking, elliptical are all good starting options.

Answered 5/16/2016

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