anxiety

I have anxiety and i take xanax 0.25 I dont take it all the time only as needed but when i work out or do something that speeds up my heart rate i start to overthink about my heart and what if it doesnt slow down to its natural beat any suggestions ?

Hi Jaej,

Have you tried any self help calming techniques yet? They are really effective at managing anxiety if practiced daily.

We have a whole collection of great material in our Resources at the top of the main forum page here. Check it out see if any look of interest to you.

As far as your specific concern goes...did you know that when you work out, the heart rate actually drops over time, as cardio function becomes more efficient?

So even though the heart rate increases while you are exercising...your resting HR will actually drop on its own, to a lower and more productive rate afterward. :)

...so you've nothing to worry about, and everything to gain from your workouts!

Check out those Resources, and post with us anytime for anxiety support. :)

Scaredy Cat