"Numerous studies have demonstrated that regular physical activity and exercise can help alleviate attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD) symptoms, make them more manageable, and enhance overall quality of life. The issue is that many people with ADHD find that the act of exercising is a challenging endeavor. Between the distraction, difficulty getting started on tasks, and sensory issues that may arise through gym music and sweat, moving one's body can be riddled with obstacles."
"Individuals with ADHD tend to have a decreased activation of dopamine networks when it comes to delayed reward. That means that we can't go ahead and go to the gym with the idea in mind that we will achieve the perfect body. On one hand, motivation based on results eventually fades, even in non-ADHD brains, but we have an additional challenge that when we don't see results within the first couple of weeks, we get unmotivated."
Regular physical activity and exercise can alleviate ADHD symptoms, enhance manageability, and improve quality of life. Many people with ADHD experience challenges exercising due to distraction, difficulty initiating tasks, and sensory issues like loud gym music and sweat. Adopting a process-focused goal helps by rewarding the act of showing up rather than delayed results, compensating for reduced dopamine response to delayed rewards. Treating attendance as success increases the likelihood of engaging in activity once present. Exercise can take many forms including lifting, running, climbing, skiing, or dancing, allowing selection of enjoyable movement that supports consistency.
Read at Psychology Today
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