When anxious, go for a walk: Therapist explains why
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- From providing Bilateral Stimulation to boosting mood, here are a few reasons why we should take a walk when we feel anxious.
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Anxiety is characterised by the constant fear of daily activities. Often taking ourselves out of a regular space and indulging in low-impact workouts can help in addressing anxiety effectively. “Walking provides a low-impact, accessible space to move your body in a way that allows your mind to also move through anxious moments,” wrote Therapist Anna Papaioannou. Here are a few benefits of walking that can combat anxious thoughts.(Pexels)
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Studies have shown that brisk walking for about ten minutes can improve mood state by releasing endorphins to combat negative thoughts.(Shutterstock)
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In anxiety, hyperventilation can lead to chest tightness, difficulty in breathing and dizziness. Walking helps in changing the way we breathe and soothe the nervous system.(Unsplash)
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Walking acts as a healthy way of distracting the mind and body from anxious thoughts. It also helps us to connect with the mind and body and have fresh perspectives.(Unsplash)
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Anxiety can cause sleep disturbances – walking helps in regularising the sleep cycle and improving the quality of sleep.(Unsplash)
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