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Posted 11/7/2014 11:07 PM (GMT 0)
Hello all,

A while back about 3 weeks ago I had gotten a terrible anxiety attack which sent me to the doctors the next day. I thought I was dying. Previous to that attack I had not been working out as much as I usually do. I think that I was getting everything all bottled up and wasn't releasing it. I have been doing decently ever sense then.

But I have also been taking my Klonopin a little more often then I usually do. I have been prescribed it a little over a year and it works for me. My doctor hopes that I will get off of it eventually but honestly I think I am going to try and explain things from my point of view. I understand they are addicting for some people but for me it has truly helped I think. Helps me unwind when I am stressed.

I just want people to know that maybe exercising and panic attacks are related in a sense that exercise can help stop them. I would give it a try if you don't have any other options. Just my two cents.
Posted 11/8/2014 1:40 AM (GMT 0)
My psychiatrist specifically recommends weight training for exercise! He encourages all physical activity but the weight training was new to me.

You're observation was correct.

As for the benzo- many ppl taken them for life either regularly or as needed. Is your doctor a family doctor? My psychiatrist isn't concerned patients go off of them as long as it's precribed and isn't abused. The only time he stops or won't precribe, is for ppl over the ages of 55?, bc they cause memory issues for that age group.

Thanks for sharing your positive observation!

Lisa
Posted 11/8/2014 10:08 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

Yes exercise is very important it keeps us physically fit but also keeps us mentally fit as well as when you exercise it releases serotonin which makes us feel better.

Many members here take benzo's and have great success with them but I always suggest to members that they do some type of talking therapy such as CBT.

Hibee
Posted 11/8/2014 12:50 PM (GMT 0)
My daily exercise routine consists of a half hour of cardio mixed with basic stretching, push ups, and sit ups. If I'm still feeling anxious then I use the punching bag.

If I do not get my workout routine in i start to worry about it all day adding to my anxiety.

Also stretching is important, without it you may pull or strain something and that could trigger a health anxiety because of some new pain.

Believe me I've been there.
Posted 11/8/2014 3:26 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks for the reminder SMU!!

Exercise=life saver...in so many ways!!

*Burning off nervous energy/stress hormones...increasing good ones. (seratonin, endorphins)

*Increasing blood flow for health/healing.

*Keeping BGL's in balance

...all of these are essential for managing anxiety! :)

...and of course all of the physical benefits.

Even if you are just getting started...a brisk walk for 20 minutes, a few times a week is all it takes, and you are on your way!

Get out and get moving everybody!

S.C.
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