Work it out: a mood-boosting exercise guide for people who just want to lie down

Introduction

The frenemy within

Why exercise is good for your brain-and why your brain is being a pain in the ass about it

Get moving-or at least get up

How to get started when you'd rather lie down

That counts

Why your workout habits don't need to be as formal, consistent, extensive, or typical as you think they do

Break it up

How to build a modular workout that adapts to your energy level

Around the bend

Why flexibility is good for more than just your schedule

Heavy stuff

Carry that weight, as in your problems but also these weights

Run from your problems

Getting your heart rate up without having an anxiety attack

Throwing in the towel

Deciding when to take a break, skip a day or quit

Appendix

Tracking your workouts and staying motivated.