EPISODE · Mar 9, 2026 · 29 MIN
Why Some Workouts Calm Anxiety… And Others Make It Worse
from The Anxiety Compass Podcast · host Sammy Barnett and Natalie Antoine
Send us Fan MailIn this episode we explore the relationship between movement and the anxious nervous system.Not all exercise is regulating.Not all intensity is helpful.And sometimes, the “healthy habit” can quietly stack stress instead of release it.We talk about: ✨ Why movement metabolises stress hormones ✨ When high-intensity training can worsen anxiety ✨ How music and environment affect your nervous system ✨ Matching movement to your personality type ✨ Why dancing in your kitchen absolutely countsThis episode is about removing pressure and rediscovering movement as medicine, not punishment.Support the show👉 Grab your free Anxiety Compass download here 👉 Grab a copy of Sammy's Book, Anxiety, The Best Teacher You Never Asked For here Follow us @theanxietycompassConnect with Sammy @nutritionwithsammy or websiteConnect with Natalie @nataliemarieinbalance or book discovery call here
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Send us Fan Mail In this episode we explore the relationship between movement and the anxious nervous system. Not all exercise is regulating. Not all intensity is helpful. And sometimes, the “healthy habit” can quietly stack stress instead of release it. We talk about: ✨ Why movement metabolises stress hormones ✨ When high-intensity training can worsen anxiety ✨ How music and environment affect your nervous system ✨ Matching movement to your personality type ✨ Wh...
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