anxiety – Austin Acupuncture Clinic

Happy Spring Time!!!

March 1st is considered to be the first day of “meteorological spring”. Yay!!! Celebrate !!!

Yes, yes, I know officially spring doesn’t begin until 5:08 am on March 20th, but March 1st is still the day that the meteorologists have chosen to mark the second of four seasons (the others are June, September and December). Just go with it… they are scientists.

So what does this mean? It means that we have finally turned the corner and can consider crawling out from our snow cave of hibernation. It means longer days, brighter sun and an inner optimism that warms our heart. We have all made it through the harsh and unforgiving winter, so it is time to give thanks and celebrate.

Sure, sure, there will be a couple more snow storms, but there is no need to fret… because nothing can be better than a fluffy spring snow. Just think about the sledding and skiing you can do in 40 degree temperatures. 😀

So be sure to get out and enjoy these sunny, long days. Go for a long awaited walk and be sure to come in for your “spring acupuncture tonic”. Because there is no better time to get an acupuncture tune-up and get ready for the warmth and fun spring has to offer.

See you soon….

Jason

A recent study published in the journal Sports Medicine shows that doing weight bearing exercises (weights, bands, body weight squats or planks, for example) twice a week or more can cut anxiety symptoms by a whopping 50% within just two weeks.

This is of great significance since pharmaceuticals have a mixed track record of effectiveness with these conditions.

This study supports numerous previous studies showing the positive mental health effects of exercise. So if you struggle with anxiety or depression, talk to your doctor to make sure you are healthy enough to start an exercise program and then start.

If nothing else, just start with a few push ups or hold yourself in the “plank position” for a length of time. It looks easy, but you’ll quickly see just how difficult holding a plank is.

By beginning to lift weights off of the floor, they, in turn, will likely lift a good deal of the emotional weight off of your shoulders.

And by the way… even if you don’t struggle from these issues, you might as well take advantage of this bump in mood by lifting weight… so go get your sweat on…

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Exercise Shown to Reduce Stress Significantly