Exercise and Anxiety
Erin Mellinger • March 1, 2023

Anxiety is becoming more common in our culture. There are debates as to whether we are diagnosing anxiety more than we used to, or if there are other factors leading to an increase of anxiety in our culture.
Many experts, who I tend to agree with, feel there is a true increase in the percentage of our population who experience anxiety disorders. Many attribute this to social media, increased screen time and decreased socializing and building relationships, poor sleep habits, and the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Whatever the reasons may be, there is no denying that anxiety is affecting many people we all know and love, and it could even be affecting you.
Exercise, even in very recent studies, has proven to be a very effective treatment of anxiety. According to some studies, regular exercise works well as a medication to help people treat their anxiety. One clear reason is the release of endorphins to our brain. But beyond that, many experts see that regular exercise increases energy, improves sleep, improves our self-esteem and stabilizes our mood.
Perhaps you don’t feel motivated to exercise regularly to be a certain pant size or feel attractive. But if you struggle with anxiety or stress, consider exercising for treatment. Let that be your motivation to try exercising consistently for 4-6 weeks and see if you notice an improvement.
If you need help getting started, Axio Fitness personal trainers are here to give you the guidance, accountability, and motivation you need.

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