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Does anyone know some good exercises that can help relieve anxiety?

Profile: izza
izza on Apr 11, 2015
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The best way to relive anxiety is through physical activities , the best activity differs according to person; some may decide to dive into individual physical activities such as jogging (and when they are ready to do so jog with someone) and others chose to dive right into group activities. Either way will help relive the anxiety . Also taking deep breathes and isolating one self from the surroundings for a couple of seconds can really help . You can find more information on the 7cups training guide which is really beneficial to read https://www.7cups.com/anxiety-help/
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Profile: hopefulWaters
hopefulWaters on Jan 11, 2015
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Yoga! This might be an obvious one but simple yoga can help relieve anxiety, lower blood pressure, improve depression and even help you sleep better. If this doesn't help some people find more blood pumping activities like kick boxing or running to help.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Mar 21, 2015
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Personally, I find that yoga can be really calming. Sometimes running works better though because it lets you work with that nervous energy and channel it instead of being overwhelmed by it.
Profile: caringStar
caringStar on May 10, 2015
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Breathing exercice,You block your right nostril with the thumb to inspire by counting to 7 ,with the left nostril then with the index you block the left nostril and you expire with the right on 7second. And you begin again it insiprant with the right over 7 seconds, at least 3minutes the time to regulate.
Profile: LunaNoodles
LunaNoodles on May 10, 2015
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I have found that yoga is fantastic to help with my anxiety, as a big focus is on how you breathe and clearing your mind :)
Profile: GentleStrength
GentleStrength on Jun 7, 2015
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Breathing exercises are extremely efficient. Relaxation exercises are very helpful too, like progressive muscle relaxation, where you tense up your muscles and then relax them, one bodypart at a time. Yoga can be helpful too. Actually anything that you like doing, for example taking a walk, cooking, having a cup of tea, anything that relaxes you, can help. Try several things and you'll find out what works best for you.
Profile: UniquelyBarb19
UniquelyBarb19 on Jul 7, 2015
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If you breathe in and out count your breathes and have your eyes closed for about five minutes it really does help!
Profile: 1Atari
1Atari on Jul 20, 2015
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The classic go to for anxiety is deep breathing, my extra hint would be to focus on the breath while you do it. Bring the focus of your mind to the air that is coming in, feel it fill your lungs, and then as you breath out, imagine that you can see the air leaving your body, and watch it as you breath out
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Aug 11, 2015
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I find this breathing technique helps: breath in slowly for four secs while imagining you are drawing the first line of a square, then hold your breath for four secs imagining drawing second line of square, then breath out for four secs drawing 3rd line of square and relax for four secs drawing final line and repeat. Hope this helps
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Anonymous on Aug 17, 2015
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Exercise of any kind hlps because it releases enprphins, the good feeling hormone so jogging or consider power walking is good
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Anonymous on Nov 16, 2015
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I find cardio exercises help me, like running or swimming. I think part of it is the rhythmic aspect; try to focus on your breathing or on music, and it can be almost meditative. Another element is that it tires you out, so you can sleep better. Sleeping better helps most things. It's also hard to dwell on things when you're fighting for breath! Finally, any exercise gives you a concrete improvement you can measure; did you lift more, or run faster or swim farther? That's not an achievement you can doubt, or that you can argue away from yourself; it's a fact. You got better at something.
Profile: TobySchoyen17
TobySchoyen17 on Nov 16, 2015
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When I get anxiety mostly from tests, I do this basic inhale, exhale, It helps alot for me personally for the reason you are aware of your breathing because when you get nearvous and build up your stress in a short period of time, you breath quicklier than normal. This builds your stress more up and leaves you in a judgemental state where you either tell yourself you can't do your task because it is overwhelming or lack of skills. If you inhale as much as possible for three seconds, then exhale it all out it should help you relaxe and take small breaks. In addition, you focus on something else. Although, if you feel you have to work all day or experienced something uncomfortable making you anxiues, your mind need breaks in order to sort all your thoughts or experiences to make everything more clear.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Dec 7, 2015
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Take a time out at least 2 to 3 times a day to take a 10 minute breather . When suffering from anxiety its best you breath in and count to 10 and then breath out slowly.
Profile: CaringJoy
CaringJoy on Dec 15, 2015
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Good exercises to relieve anxiety are deep breathing from the diaphragm, yoga, meditation, mindful exercises and cardio workouts.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Dec 22, 2015
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What help me is common yoga positions. Just look up some yoga moves and take deep breaths and it will help.
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Anonymous on Dec 28, 2015
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To relieve anxiety, i usually do a countdown from a large number such as 150 and a the same time i take a deep breath.
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Anonymous on Jan 25, 2016
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Yoga, meditation, Pilates etc. are good methods of calming one's self and finding inner peace. If you want something more fast pace try doing a sport, or hitting the gym. Running can also be a stress reliever and it's great when you combine it with music - however you have be sure to keep yourself focused otherwise your mind may wander to dark places.
Profile: LogicalTrees
LogicalTrees on Mar 11, 2016
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Personally, I take a step back and listen to calming music. Maybe it could help you as well :3
Profile: courtneybug
courtneybug on Apr 25, 2016
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Coming from experience, I believe that yoga, and stretching are amazing to help relieve anxiety. Yoga helps you focus on your breathing, which will calm down some anxiety.
Profile: wonderfulVision91
wonderfulVision91 on Jun 28, 2016
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Meditation, yoga, and calm music would really help you manage your emotions. Also if nothing works therapy and finding a good listening ear would help you overcome this problem
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