Help with exercise in Canberra
I’m looking for more specific exercise recommendations, preferably around central Canberra.
I have bipolar 2 and I’ve recently come out of a pretty awful depressive episode with a lot of anxiety mixed in. I was also diagnosed with ADHD about three months ago. I’m still figuring out what is actually going to work for my brain and what is just another thing I’ll do for a hot minute then drop.
I’m overweight and I have not great relationship with exercise. I’ve had a bad experience with a personal trainer before. Aside from the overwhelming feeling gyms are hard for me because I can get into a routine for a bit, then the momentum just drops off. Same with walking. I’ve also tried pilates, but I get really anxious when I don’t know what I’m doing, and I’m very aware that my body is different to most people in the room.
I’m not after weight loss or nutrition advice, yoga, meditation or anything that involves being quiet and alone with my brain.
I’m thinking I need structure and accountability. I need them to understand that this is genuinely hard and that my brain will fight me on it. Structured and not judgemental is probably a good first step.
Has anyone had good experiences with exercise physiologists who understand mental health, beginner friendly classes, ADHD friendly options or just anything in Canberra that helped you get moving again when exercise felt difficult?
Central Canberra would be perfect, but I’m open to suggestions if something is actually good. Thanks!