Fitness requires being uncomfortable

This is the true athlete: the person in rigorous training against false impressions. Remain firm, you who suffer, don’t be kidnapped by your impressions! The struggle is great, the task divine — to gain mastery, freedom, happiness, and tranquility.
-Epictetus

Photo from 26 Oct 2020

I have previously shared on social media that working out regularly in the gym has helped me combat and cope with symptoms of depression. On…