Exercise for Mental Health

Max points: 5 Type: Podcast

Part two of “Body and Soul” explores how movement improves mental health. Trauma-informed coach Julie Thom explains stress physiology, the sympathetic/parasympathetic balance, and practical tools—walking, breathing, 5-4-3-2-1 grounding, and mindful, enjoyable movement. Learn why gentle, personalized activity can calm the amygdala, boost safety, and lift mood.

Channel: Ontario Shores Duration: 0:41:29

Questions

1. In the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding exercise discussed, which sense corresponds to “2”?

Touch Sight Smell Taste

2. What does Julie Thom define a trauma-informed movement coach as?

A coach who designs competitive sports programs A therapist who only uses talk therapy A trainer who prioritizes weight loss goals Someone who helps people feel safer in their bodies through personalized movement

3. According to the episode, what aspect of walking helps calm the amygdala?

Sunlight exposure on skin Increased heart rate Natural side-to-side eye movements (saccades) Activation of calf muscles

4. Which hormones are described as the immediate 'knee-jerk' stress response before cortisol?

Oxytocin and vasopressin Norepinephrine and epinephrine Dopamine and serotonin Insulin and glucagon

5. Using Julie's stoplight framing of nervous system states, in which state is asking someone to meditate least helpful?

Green (social engagement/connection) Blue (fawning/people-pleasing) Yellow (fight/flight mobilization) Red (immobilized/rest)

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