HOW DO I...?
Keep to a running routine if I have ADHD?
Having ADHD can feel like your mind is always racing. While exercise such as running has been scientifically proven to have a very positive effect on calming the brain, having ADHD makes it hard for people to recognise what’s good for them and can result in them giving up altogether
Leanne Maskell, former model for Vogue, ASOS and Urban Outfitters, had low self-esteem, no confidence and negative self-image. After surviving a suicide attempt, she was diagnosed with ADHD at 25, and has written a book, ADHD: An Ato Z, to help others navigate the often-choppy waters of living with ADHD.
“Having ADHD means your brain is seeking dopamine, but it can be easy to fall into ‘instant gratification’ dopamine vortexes such as scrolling on social media to find the perfect running spot, instead of actually running. In contrast to these distractions, which leave us wanting more, running will leave you energised and focused. So how do you do it?” she asks.
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