We’ve all felt it. That sudden futter in the chest, a racing heartbeat in the middle of a meeting, or a pounding sensation when life feels overwhelming. For many, these palpitations are unsettling and can spark fear of something being wrong with the heart. But often, the cause isn’t cardiac disease, it is anxiety.
Why Anxiety Triggers Palpitations?
When we’re stressed or anxious, the body activates its “fght or fight” response. Stress hormones like adrenaline surge, quickening the heartbeat to prepare us for perceived danger. Even if the “danger” is just a looming deadline, the body reacts the same way.
• Professionals at work may notice palpitations during high-stakes presentations, client calls, or while juggling multiple responsibilities. For me it would happen before a Sales meeting where performance would be analyzed. Being questioned in front of the entire team and the fear of embarrassment if the target didn’t meet, used to make me so anxious.
- Everyday people may feel them during moments of personal stress, family conficts, crowded spaces, or health worries.
Common Signs That Palpitations Are Anxiety-Related:
- Racing or pounding heartbeat without exertion
- Fluttering sensations in the chest
- Shortness of breath or dizziness during stressful moments
- Symptoms that ease with relaxation or distraction
If these happen frequently, it’s always important to rule out medical causes with a doctor. But once heart disease is excluded, anxiety becomes the more likely explanation.
Yoga and Breathing: Natural Tools for Calm:
Unlike quick fxes such as caffeine or distraction, yogic breathing practices and gentle
movement calm the nervous system at its root.
- Deep diaphragmatic breathing lowers heart rate and reduces
adrenaline.
- Mindful movement restores balance between body and mind.
- Restorative yoga postures create a safe reset for the heart and nervous system.
Research published by Harvard Medical School shows that relaxation techniques like controlled breathing and yoga signifcantly reduce stress-related palpitations and anxiety symptoms.
( Harvard Health – Relaxation techniques)
For Professionals and Everyday Life:
Whether you’re a CEO facing relentless deadlines or someone navigating daily stressors, palpitations are your body’s signal to pause, breathe, and reset. Ignoring them only fuels the cycle of anxiety.
If you’ve been experiencing stress-induced palpitations, now is the time to take your wellness seriously. At The Yoga Body, we specialize in simple,
science-backed yoga and breathing techniques to calm anxiety and restore balance.
Join our guided sessions to learn how to control palpitations naturally, improve focus at work, and reclaim a calm heart.
Visit www.theyogabody.com to start your practice today.