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Aerobic exercise and agoraphobia


21 years ago 0 62 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Lauralai, YES!! I have found that exercise of any kind is very helpful in keeping my anxiety levels low. It make sense since exercise releases feel good chemicals into our blood stream. I walk, bike, and lift weights. The greatest help to me though has been hatha yoga. I used to do yoga because it was recommended by my orthopedic Dr. when I strained my neck. Then I got out of the habit even though it made me feel great. I am now back with it and it has been wonderful----it helps me to center myself, to calm my anxiety, and slow myself down. Exercise is good----KEEP IT UP!!!! :)
21 years ago 0 41 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi, I'm at a point where I am trying anything and everything to get better. I am so totally housebound! I read somewhere that aerobic exercise helps people with PD. So I've got myself an exercycle. Currently, my only exercise, apart from house-work, is walking the dog. My poor dog. :confuse: I walk him back and forth about 100 yards each way over and over, three times a day. I have, however, recently "expanded" our walks to around two corners of the block. My question is, is anyone using aerobic exercise to help their anxiety, and if so, has it been helping? TTFN Lauralai

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