So my chest tightness got better for a long time, now i'm back to tight chest again, feeling like I can't breathe deep, as if there's a ceiling in my chest. Now when I exercise I almost anticipate tightness and wallah! Tightness. who knew.
grrr It's soo frustrating, my head knows it's anxiety driven, so why can't I just get past this crap. I just want to exercise and push myself, so why is my chest revolting against me. Doesn't it know exercise is a de-stressor?
just need to vent.
Anyone else? Encouragment or venting?
Peace and prayers to us all
Amber
Calling all runners! Advice please!!
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Hi Amber-
A super long time ago (I'm a dinosaur) when I didn't know what anxiety was, but most assuredly was suffering from it-- I got into the habit of sighing. I felt like I didn't get enough air and so I'd sigh really big and felt like I got over some kind of a hump with enough air. And soon, I'd have to do it over again. What I found out was that I was actually making myself feel worse because when I did sigh, it was like me hyperventilating and I'd throw my blood gas balance off even more.
Have you read about proper breathing technique and hyperventilation? It's kind of interesting. The change in the levels of blood gases make MANY of the symptoms of our anxiety. I really like a book called "Freedom from Fear by Dr. Howard Leibgold". He has a cool way of looking at anxiety and he lived this and worked his way thru and went on to teach many others how to feel better.
I'm sorry that the running/exercise thing has gone in the tank. But-- try try again. You did it once, you can do it again.
Keep in touch.
Terri
A super long time ago (I'm a dinosaur) when I didn't know what anxiety was, but most assuredly was suffering from it-- I got into the habit of sighing. I felt like I didn't get enough air and so I'd sigh really big and felt like I got over some kind of a hump with enough air. And soon, I'd have to do it over again. What I found out was that I was actually making myself feel worse because when I did sigh, it was like me hyperventilating and I'd throw my blood gas balance off even more.
Have you read about proper breathing technique and hyperventilation? It's kind of interesting. The change in the levels of blood gases make MANY of the symptoms of our anxiety. I really like a book called "Freedom from Fear by Dr. Howard Leibgold". He has a cool way of looking at anxiety and he lived this and worked his way thru and went on to teach many others how to feel better.
I'm sorry that the running/exercise thing has gone in the tank. But-- try try again. You did it once, you can do it again.
Keep in touch.
Terri
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Hi Amber-
I was told of the book and Dr. Leibgold by a lady who occasionally posts here and she has actually gotten to take classes and support groups from him. She LOVES him. I found the book at a regular old bookstore. And he has a website for CDs too. www.angelnet.com I believe. Similar info. to StressCenter.com, but I found that it resonated with me a bit better. I'm glad there are options
I will pray for you and your exercising. Since I have started running, I've been so happy inside- I hope you can feel that again soon.
I was told of the book and Dr. Leibgold by a lady who occasionally posts here and she has actually gotten to take classes and support groups from him. She LOVES him. I found the book at a regular old bookstore. And he has a website for CDs too. www.angelnet.com I believe. Similar info. to StressCenter.com, but I found that it resonated with me a bit better. I'm glad there are options
I will pray for you and your exercising. Since I have started running, I've been so happy inside- I hope you can feel that again soon.
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Great stuff above,
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What Happens in Stress-Induced Asthma?
Scientists have documented a range of stressful events that have been associated with asthma symptoms. These include school exams, public speaking, family conflict, public disasters, and exposure to violence. Stress may directly affect the body or cause people to manage their asthma less effectively.
First, stress and anxiety can cause physiological changes that may provoke an attack. These strong emotions trigger the release of chemicals, such as histamine and leukotrienes, which can trigger the narrowing of your airway.
During periods of stress and anxiety, people might forget to take their asthma medications, making an attack more likely, Gergen says. Stress-related hormones also reduce the body’s ability to fight off colds and other respiratory infections. “Viral infections are very important causes for triggering asthma,” Gergen says.
Singular helps block leukotrienes !!!