Fortunately, for people with social anxiety disorder, or S.A.D., there are a number of treatments that have proven effective. Psychotherapy and medication are the two most common forms of treatment for social anxiety disorder sufferers. However, one natural treatment that is often overlooked is regular exercise. Research has shown that just twenty to thirty minutes of regular exercise three to five times a week can significantly reduce social anxiety disorder symptoms.
The problem with some S.A.D. sufferers is that they often feel too overwhelmed by the disease to go to a gym or public workout facility. The good news is that most people can get regular exercise without leaving their homes or buying expensive home-based exercise equipment. Here a few ways you can exercise regularly at home without spending loads of money:
1. Dance to your favorite songs: As crazy as this sounds it's actually great exercise and easy to do. Just put on one of your favorite artists--preferably someone you can easily dance to--and jump around, run in place and do jumping jacks while listening to five or six songs in a row. The key is to not stop moving, even in between songs. Before you know it you will have done twenty minutes or more of cardiovascular exercise and had a lot of fun in the process.
2. Rent an Exercise Video: All local libraries usually carry a wide array of exercise videos on VHS and DVD. These videos are professionally done and easy to follow. The great thing about them is that you can workout on your own time in the comfort of your own home and not have to pay for it. It's like getting your own personal trainer for free.
3. Clean Your House on the Run: This may sound strange but it really works. One way to get exercise is by cleaning your house as fast you can. Turn up some "feel good" music and get started dusting, sweeping and picking up clutter as fast as you can. The faster you move the more calories you'll burn and the more tension your body will release. When you are done you will have burned off excess nervous energy and have a cleaner house to show for it.
Hopefully, these tips will help you to incorporate regular exercise into your week. Don't forget--research proves that regular exercise is an important component in the treatment of social anxiety disorder. Do your best to include it in your lifestyle.
Submitted by Frederick Haring
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