Saturday, 5 April 2014

Do yourself a favour this weekend xx


Stop and read this article with top stress busting tips.  We have talked about no excuses and have touched on stress but in all seriousness it's time to get those stress levels in check......
 
Regardless of your profession or passion stress has a toxic effect on our body and our mind.  If you are busy with work, crazy at home with kids or getting ready for a big event such as a wedding then your best coping mechanism is to get your stress levels under control.  Exercise is a great way to reduce stress and release the natural high of endorphins that helps combat the nasty stress hormones.
In our busy lives it’s important to work smarter not harder when it comes to exercise.  If you are doing the same work out day in and day out and are stuck in a rut you will get mediocre results. Doing a strength session every blue moon won't ease much stress or get you looking any better. Lock in a minimum of two workouts a week and mix in some cardio, too.  Boxing is a great way to relieve stress at the end of a busy day plus it’s a great all over body workout.  If you want to de stress and get up a sweat then boxing is the best option.
 
No equipment?  No time? No excuse!!!!!  Simply going for a walk or a jog no matter how slow can be a great way to clear your mind and de stress.  If you are feeling overwhelmed hit the pavement, take a moment to breathe in some fresh air and watch your stress melt away.  While we are talking no equipment, no time no excuses!!!!  A quick home circuit is a great way to get the heart rate up! Sweating reduces the stress producing chemicals and our sensitivity to the stress hormones in the brain and body.

 
Why don’t you try these quick and easy pyramid workouts…..

LOWER BODY BLITZ                    UPPER BODY BLITZ

20 Squats                                            20 Push ups

5   Squat Jumps                                     5 Double tuck jumps

15 Squats                                            15 Push ups

10 Squat jumps                                   10 Double tuck jumps

10 Squats                                            10 Pushups

15 Squat jumps                                   15 Double tuck jumps

5   Squats                                              5 Push ups

20 Squat jumps                                   20 Double tuck jumps

 

Yoga and Pilates can be a great way to nurture your body and release stress.  You won’t necessarily get the blood pumping feeling of a quick run but as for a stretch, flex and de stress you can’t beat it!
 

Exercise is a fantastic way to overcome the effects of stress and feel both calm in body and mind.   Taking time out of your busy schedule for a quick workout will usually increase your focus and productivity….Book workout sessions into your diary and value them like you would an appointment at the hairdresser!


 

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