Lifestyle
Regular Aerobic Exercise
for Burnout
Regular aerobic exercise provides direct physiological and psychological recovery from burnout — building resilience, improving sleep, and providing a valued non-work domain of competence and identity.
How it works
Reduces cortisol and HPA axis reactivity over time. Provides psychological detachment from work stressors. Increases sense of autonomy and mastery outside the work domain.
What to watch for
People in severe burnout may initially struggle to exercise. Start with gentle walking rather than high-intensity training, which can further stress an already exhausted system.
Community experience
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