When it comes to dealing with anxiety, you may think the only way to ease your mind is to sit in the lotus position meditating or resting in the yoga position called child’s pose. While increasing numbers of studies suggest that slow forms of yoga and conscious breathing do help when it comes to reducing anxiety disorders, these are not the only mindful movement practices you can do to help reduce anxiety.
For some people, a balanced and varied training programme including calming but also stimulating activities can be a more effective strategy for reducing their symptoms of anxiety and improving resilience to stress.
For instance, being still and focusing inwards can be extremely challenging for an anxious mind, as rumination might arise and create even more discomfort. In this case, a vigorous practice can be beneficial to start with, especially if you experience anxiety as restlessness.
Also, when performed within a safe range, physically challenging activities that elevate your heart rate help you associate a
