Exercise and Anxiety

[Joonbug]

Has anyone exercised as a way to release nervous energy and help with anxiety overall? If so, how long does it take to notice a reduction in anxiety symptoms and what kind of exercise and how often? Thanks

[guynfl2chat]

Exercise absolutely helps with anxiety. However it can take about a week to notice some changes in your anxiety levels. I have found when I first start adding exercise.. my heart rate increase and i sweat.. that makes me anxious.. so until my body/mind adjust to the increased exercise level I dont feel any relief. I would start off slow and try for 3-5 days a week with some sort of exercise.

[Joonbug in reply to guynfl2chat]

Thanks I am thinking of starting to exercise but I’m a beginner. I think I’ll start with 3 days and try to jog/walk. I am trying to help myself without medication. So lifestyle changes like exercise and changing my diet and vitamins and supplements.

[dogginess in reply to guynfl2chat]

Thanks. I need this kind of encouragement. I am weak due to some orthopedic issues despite having had surgeries and physical therapy. Some of my mobility has been compromised. My core muscles are quite weak but walking makes a difference. I need encouragement to walk and to make it a routine. Support appreciated if you're so inclined. I need to have the physical strength and neuropsych strength to work part time. I desparately need the money.

[Hidden]

Exercise does help. The more, the better.

I have found that just doing physical labor...yardwork or raking leaves...for several hours will also benefit you, and make your yard look better! It is important to get your heart rate up and keep it there.

Doing this has resulted in less anxiety, better appetite, and better sleep.

[Joonbug in reply to Hidden]

Thanks this is good to know. I am planning on going to the gym tonight. I also have poor appetite lately so hopefully this will help. My sleep is ok but could be better as I frequently awake throughout the night and have to get up early with the kids.

[tamka38]

Exercise always help me with anxiety, I use to walk daily. And sometimes exercise for bedtime it helpful too.Than shower and hit the sheets am fast to sleep. I haven’t done it in awhile. Am going to start with yoga 🧘‍♀️ and work my way up to walking than jogging 🏃‍♀️ Good luck to u and have a great day

[Joonbug in reply to tamka38]

Thank you I am going to see if my gym also has yoga classes too. I plan on going tonight to do a jog/walk.

[tamka38 in reply to Joonbug]

Congratulations to u that’s a good start good luck to u have a great day

[Joonbug in reply to tamka38]

Thank you! You too

[tamka38 in reply to Joonbug]

You’re very welcome