Comments on: Exercise is better than Xanax: How workouts banish worries

By: Deepak Sai Ram

Deepak Sai Ram — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 08:08:27 +0000

Interesting. For most class of people who spend with a busy schedule,and superstitiously anxious this works out. But for people with a normal routine simple ways like meditation, gardening, a walk might be just enough. HogaBoga after all every one has their own way to get relieved.

By: Marni Salup

Marni Salup — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 04:45:23 +0000

This is a very interesting and educational article. I think easing anxiety via exercise has a tremendous amount to do with breathing and using that to your advantage for calming and focus. Yoga and meditation are great tools that help breathing and anxiety. The Mind and body are also fully engaged in breathing during a swim class or doing laps, both incredibly calming but hard work. Thanks for the insight and stats.

By: YINYANGTCM.COM

YINYANGTCM.COM — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 06:17:51 +0000

Today many people are suffring from Depression and Sub-health because of heavey work.We must keep health well and
do excuse is a good way.
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By: jeff dolgan

jeff dolgan — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 21:34:56 +0000

To those of you who are enlightened on this subject thank you for your comments and I am happy that you like myself have experienced the truth of this article.

The research is strong on this topic.

To those of you that disagree…. i have a news flash: Dr’s dont typically complete research or learn alternative medicine techniques in med school and if you had a good one they would get you away from xanex asap and treat you’re whole body instead of your symptoms. Enjoy continuing to line the packets of pharmacuetical companies!

Thank you

By: Debbie

Debbie — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 17:45:20 +0000

Xanax and exercise!

By: Kayla

Kayla — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 20:04:53 +0000

While I don’t think this is the remedy and prescription for all people dealing with depression and anxiety, for me I know exercise is an incredible alternative to medication.

Perhaps people who enjoy sweating, exercise and know what their favorite thing to do at the gym are more likely to reap the benefits. For me personally I try to start off my day working out and I know I will feel better for the rest of the day. Going to the gym has become my own form of therapy

By: lisa

lisa — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 01:21:52 +0000

sorry but this is TOTAL hogwash. nothing takes away my panic, PTSD replays, and heart racing mania like xanax. it’s instant, short-acting so i don’t have to feel drugged, or groggy but it is NOT addictive. it’s just the only thing i’ve found that works. i bet the author of this is a skinny bitch who all but gets orgasms off the “thrill” of a workout. for me, working out is akin to torture. this whole article just infuriated me. sure, working out will help me lose weight and that will reduce my stress of my obesity BUT to say it would be a better replacement for my beloved benzos? HOGWASH. i challenge any doctor to prove me wrong. bring it.

By: zuzu

zuzu — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 16:27:12 +0000

Mental wellness is the #1 reason why I work out – above physical health, above what I look like in my jeans. It keeps my head on straight, and it keeps me from popping a pill.

By: Ann

Ann — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 14:54:06 +0000

I totally agree. Whenever I wake up with anxiety/panic attacks I grab my sneakers and go for a run. I come back feeling calm and relaxed.

By: Annette @ Wellness WA

Annette @ Wellness WA — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 12:03:16 +0000

I really liked this article!

Whenever I’m stressed I always forget that exercise makes me feel 53.7% better :)

In fact, after a busy day studying I’m off to do some now.

Thanks for sharing (alll the way from Australia!) xx