How I Reclaimed Freedom by Quitting Exercise During Anorexia Recovery

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How I Reclaimed Freedom by Quitting Exercise During Anorexia Recovery

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In a world where exercise is applauded and referred to as “discipline” and “dedication,” it’s hard to realize that what you’re doing is actually an unhealthy addiction fueled by debilitating anxiety.

In this episode, Kait shares how she quit exercising cold turkey in 2024 after a mental breakdown. She dives deep into describing strategies that she used in order to cope with the loss of her main coping mechanism. She describes things she learned, such as urges to move are actually messengers that something deeper needs her attention.

For the full context of the topic of this episode be sure to listen to:

Episode 2: THE SECRET THAT ATE ME ALIVE: My 10-Year Eating Disorder Recovery Timeline

Episode 11: EATING DISORDER RECOVERY AFTER RELAPSE: My Recovery Story

Episode topics:

Kait describes the two chapters of her compulsive exercise (2:15)
Kait’s compulsive exercise shape shifts into compulsive movement (4:33)
Kait shares the strategies she used to cope with quitting exercise (7:23)
Grieving your exercise routine is part of the process (11:27)
Nervous system dysregulation is a messenger (12:08)
Movement should be a relationship, not a performance (12:55)

Content Warning: This episode contains brief mentions of eating disorder behaviors that Kait has previously engaged in. Please listen in a way that feels safe for you and your recovery.

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Chapters

1. How I Reclaimed Freedom by Quitting Exercise During Anorexia Recovery (00:00:00)

2. Kait describes the two chapters of her compulsive exercise (00:02:15)

3. Kait's compulsive exercise shape shifts into low-impact movement (00:04:33)

4. Kait shares the strategies she used to cope with quitting exercise (00:07:23)

5. Grieving your exercise routine is part of the process (00:11:27)

6. Nervous system dysregulation is a messenger (00:12:08)

7. Movement should be a relationship, not a performance (00:12:55)

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