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5-Count Grounding Meditation in the Gym
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5-Count Grounding Meditation in the Gym Stop & Anchor (5 seconds) Stand or sit still. Close your eyes if possible (or lower your gaze). Breathe & Count to Five (10 seconds) Slowly inhale for a count of five: 1…2…3…4…5. Hold for just a second. Slowly exhale for a count of five: 1…2…3…4…5. Feel Your Surroundings (10 seconds) Notice five things you can feel: the floor under your feet, the sweat on your skin, the grip of your hands, etc. This anchors you in the here and now—right where you are. Mentally Release the Tension (10 seconds) As you inhale again for five counts, imagine the air filling you with calm. As you exhale for five counts, visualize the tension leaving your body. If worries pop up, mentally label them “Thought,” then come back to counting. Affirm: “I Belong Here” (5 seconds) Silently say to yourself: “I belong here. My strength is growing. Anxiety won’t stop me.” Return to Action (5–10 seconds) Open your eyes, reconnect with your workout. Take one more deep breath and pick up right where you left off, a little calmer and more in control. Closing Note This quick meditation helps you pause, ground, and reset before anxiety spirals. Each round of 5-count breaths can be repeated as many times as you need—stay focused on the count, and let your gym routine become an act of self-care rather than self-judgment. Keep going; you’ve got this.
Gym Anxiety Grounding Meditation
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Gym Anxiety Grounding Meditation Pause & Breathe (10 seconds) Stop what you’re doing. Plant both feet firmly on the floor. Take one slow, deep breath in through your nose—let your belly expand. Slowly exhale through your mouth. Feel your shoulders drop. Acknowledge Your Body (15 seconds) Notice your heart pounding. That’s okay—it means you’re alive and pushing forward. Wiggle your toes in your shoes, feel the floor supporting you. Roll your shoulders back gently, releasing any tension in your neck. Name the Feeling (5 seconds) Silently say to yourself: “This is anxiety. It’s not permanent. It’s just energy moving through me.” Claim Your Space (15 seconds) Look around. Remind yourself: you deserve to be here, just like anyone else. Think: “I’m allowed to work on myself. I’m allowed to feel anxious and still keep going.” Affirmation (10 seconds) Inhale slowly. As you exhale, say (in your mind or quietly out loud): “I am strong. I am safe. I am in control.” Repeat it once more if it resonates. Recenter & Refocus (10 seconds) Take one more long inhale through your nose. Exhale fully, imagining you’re pushing out that anxious energy. Slowly start moving again—pick up the weight, resume your workout, or walk around if you need to. Gentle Permission (5 seconds) Remember, it’s okay to pause or modify your workout if your body needs it. You are not “failing.” Every breath and step you take is proof of your resilience. Closing Thought You came to the gym for a reason. Anxiety isn’t a sign to quit—it’s just a reminder you’re pushing beyond your comfort zone. You have every right to keep going at your own pace. Keep breathing. Keep moving. You’ve got this.
DBT “Wise Mind” Mini Meditation
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DBT “Wise Mind” Mini Meditation Settle & Ground (10 seconds) Find a stable position—standing, sitting, or leaning against a wall. Close your eyes if comfortable, or lower your gaze. Take a slow, deep breath in through your nose, then exhale through your mouth. Recognize Your Emotional Mind (15 seconds) Notice any strong feelings or urges—anxiety, fear, anger, or sadness. Silently label them: “I feel anxious,” or “I’m overwhelmed.” There’s no judgment here; just identify and acknowledge what’s going on internally. Tune into Your Rational Mind (15 seconds) Shift your focus to facts and logic. Ask yourself: “What do I know for sure right now?” Maybe it’s: “I’m in the gym. My heart is racing. I feel sweaty. I’m safe here.” Notice how these observations are calm, factual statements. Bridge to Wise Mind (20 seconds) Imagine you have two circles in front of you: one labeled “Emotional Mind,” one labeled “Rational Mind.” Now picture them overlapping in the middle. This overlapping space is your Wise Mind. Take a slow breath, and as you exhale, gently step into that middle ground in your mind where you honor your feelings but also respect the facts. Ask Wise Mind for Guidance (15–20 seconds) In your thoughts, say: “Wise Mind, what do I need right now?” Perhaps you need to slow down, modify your workout, or just keep breathing and accept the anxiety will pass. Trust whatever quiet answer surfaces. Affirm & Proceed (10 seconds) Silently affirm: “I can feel anxious and still be okay. I choose to stay grounded and trust myself.” Let that affirmation linger for a breath or two. Re-Engage with Purpose (5–10 seconds) Gently open your eyes (if closed). Take stock of your surroundings again—the gym, the equipment, the people. Decide your next step based on Wise Mind—continue exercising at a comfortable pace, or take a short break to hydrate or stretch. Closing Note Wise Mind is the intersection between your logical self and your emotional self. It doesn’t ignore your feelings, nor does it dismiss facts. It uses both to guide you. Whenever you feel overwhelmed, pause and walk yourself through these steps. Over time, this practice can become a powerful tool for managing anxiety in any setting—especially the gym, where physical and emotional challenges can collide. Use it often, and remember: emotions aren’t enemies; they’re signals. By balancing those signals with the facts of the moment, you create a state of Wise Mind that empowers you to act in your best interest.