
Somatic exercises for weight loss: What they can and cannot do for men

Dr. Jonathan Pierce, PhD: Clinical Psychologist & Neuroscience Specialist
Dec 27, 2025 · 10 min read
Somatic exercises for weight loss can support fat loss indirectly by lowering stress and pain, but they do not replace the basics of a calorie deficit and regular training. If you feel “wired and tired,” tight, or stuck in a stress eating loop, somatic work can make your weight loss plan easier to follow. “Most ...