Help eating and walking or not walking and not eating

[LittleJem]

when I go out for a walk, my main activity is eating something like a pastry or a sandwich that I am not hungry for and don't need. I can't see the point of walking without a reward, but I have put on a kilogram of weight. It's also a heatwave. I'm trying to decide whether to go out or not.

I could go for a walk with no reward, but my mind is just blank and there is no pleasure in the walk for me, so I'm not sure I can motivate myself.

I'm walking quite slowly, without a lot of energy, and it's quite an effort just to leave the hospital grounds, let alone walk further.

I wish I was fitter, but it's either the medication or the depression, so I am slow.

I'm not sure what is worse: no activity or activity and eating too much.....

My other option is watching TV all day long, which also gets really dull.

TIA

 

[peacebenow]

If you're capable of being outdoors and physically walking that is a good thing even if you are eating a treat.

 

[seeyoulater26]

I agree with peacebenow!!

But if you really want to skip snacks, do you like listening to music? I go on long walks with AirPods on and let my mind drift away.
Or since you like watching TV, maybe try listening to podcasts while walking?

 

[Lamentice]

I love long walks--with a drink and some music. Maybe get a nice drink? Then you still have a treat. But, as others have said, being outside and walking is good for you either way.