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We all lead fast-paced lives these days. So it’s not surprising if we find ourselves struggling with bouts of stress. Many of us tend to put off addressing our stress levels as we often think we don’t have time for it. But in reality, managing stress levels is an important step in making us more efficient in our work. If we ignore how stressed we are in favour of keeping up with our busy lives, it will in fact leave us feeling even more stressed, overwhelmed and even experiencing physical symptoms. This International Stress Awareness Week, here are a few useful stress management tips, according to Cheshire-based addiction rehab clinic Delamere. Mindful meditation When we think of relaxation, we often imagine putting our feet up and enjoying a movie or book at the end of a long day. However, according to research, while this might make you feel calm in the moment, it doesn’t actually relax or rejuvenate you. It lead to your stress worsening and causes feelings of guilt in your mind. When it comes to dealing with stress, you need to activate your body’s ’s natural relaxation response, which helps to slow your heart rate, lower blood […]
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We’re hearing a lot about resilience these days and we need it more than ever. Unfortunately, however, much of the advice given isn’t always helpful. Often, it’s even overwhelming or impractical. For instance, you know you should exercise but that won’t do you any good if you don’t have the energy. And how the heck do you “feel your emotions” when you’ve shut out your feelings just to get through the day? Advice like this only adds to stress and can make you feel worse. We need to start with small habits in order to improve ourselves. Rather than thinking about strength and resilience as big to-dos, it’s more helpful to think of these as traits that you will reinforce over time. A great place to start is with a few small actions that give immediate gratification. With regular practice, these will become little habits that improve your strength and resilience for when times get tough. Here are 9 small habits to improve your strength and resilience. These small actions may seem inconsequential but they can make a big difference. 1. Savor the moment. The best things in life are often found in the small moments of pleasure and connection. Your […]
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A new year means many are looking to improve their health by embracing a new lifestyle, but not all strategies for changing up your habits are created equal. Fad diets and expensive fitness programs often become popular in January but are hard to keep up and can even pose risks to your health. Still, according to experts, some trends can actually help you get healthier. And there are plenty of other long-term changes you can make in your life that won’t break the bank and will help you feel better in your daily life. Here are some tips for creating a sustainable diet and fitness plan to get healthy in 2023: Eat ‘real food’ Dr. Shami Hariharan, an integrative medicine doctor with Atrium Health in Charlotte, recommends to patients constructing a healthy diet around one of her favorite quotes from author Michael Pollan: “Eat real food, mostly plants, not too much.” “Real food,” she explains, includes “whole foods, fruits, vegetables, legumes and other proteins.” Within that framework, Hariharan added, it’s important to find meals that still bring you “joy.” “If we don’t like how we’re eating or it’s hard, then that affects maybe even how we process our […]
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The mind muscle connection in simple terms means that you are having a mental attachment with your body while you are performing various activities. So in order to reach your figure goals, you need to have a good mind-muscle connection, but what are the ways in which you can build it? Take a look. • Focus on muscle training – When you visit the gym you might be more tempted on lifting the weight and increasing them. The thing that you should keep in mind is that you are at the gym to train your muscles and not to just lift x pounds. That should never be your goal, your goal should be to focus on your main target. • Visualize it – If you want to sculpt your physique then visualizing it will always help you to reach towards your goal. If possible train in front of a mirror. So every time that you flex your muscles, you will be able to see how great you look and keep at it instead of giving up. • Warm up sets for every exercise – if you have some particular exercises in mind for a certain day then you need to […]
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Most people desire to live long because they have many things that they would like to accomplish before they die. Maybe you want to live long to see your second generation, or maybe you want a long life so that you can see yourself in old age. All these can only be achieved if your body and mind are in perfect health. Ways to ensure that they remain healthy as you endeavor to lengthen life include: Be Active To live long, you need to be active in household chores and take part in exercises. Performing exercises will help strengthen your body muscles while rejuvenating the body. Ensure that you also relax because your body needs to heal and grow, which happens while sleeping. You do not have to hit the gym to exercise; you can carry out simple exercises such as walking, jogging, and swimming. Maintain a Good Social Life They say that a person who lives alone cannot live for long. Having a social life that allows you to meet up with friends will help you relieve stress, and their words can be an encouragement to you. According to studies, people who maintain a good social life tend to […]
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No, you aren’t crazy. Maybe overwhelmed with life. Maybe stressed out at work. But, no, you probably aren’t really crazy. So, quit with the guilt about stopping and no more guilt about receiving. Take a moment to and remember that you and nature are in sync. Realize now that if you don’t listen to your body now, you are going to lose all your natural reserves and have nothing to run on any more. What Does Your Body Need? Your body needs to be cared for and nurtured. It needs your respect and it needs patience. You won’t get it from the rest of the world, but you can give it what it needs yourself. Some of the most important things you can give your body are: Sleep: Be in bed no later than 10pm every night, even non-school or non-work days. The more sleep you get prior to 10pm, the faster your body can get rejuvenated. Stare: Sometimes, we catch ourselves just staring into space or at a blank wall. Don’t fight the stare. That’s nature’s way of letting your body chill out. Maid: For just a short period of time, maybe two or three months, hire a maid […]
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Scared to run alone? You aren’t the only one. Here are some safety tips to keep in mind. Some people turn to running to decompress from the day and focus on themselves. It not only provides moments of relief from day-to-day stressors, but it can also promote community through local groups, organizations or clubs. Although, this isn’t for everyone; maybe you enjoy running alone. But is there such a thing as safety when running by yourself? Bottom line: Running alone shouldn’t be dangerous. Yet forces beyond our control make it impossible to completely eliminate risk — for women, especially. Is it OK to run alone? Yes, of course, it is OK to run alone. Some runners I know personally prefer to run by themselves. Not everyone has access to local run clubs or other running friends, especially if you have just moved to a new city. Even if you do, maybe you are training for a certain race and need to run longer distances than your friends. Either way, every runner will need to run on their own every once in a while. Running alone, however, doesn’t come without its risks. A 2017 survey from Runner’s World reported that […]
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Have you been stressed recently? Is it impacting your mental and physical health? Know that you are not alone! Today we will discuss what stress looks like, how it impacts your health and ways to manage it. Stress affects your waste line Stress is a part of everyday life for most people, but it can have a significant impact on weight management. When we are stressed, our bodies release the hormone cortisol, which can lead to weight gain, particularly in the abdominal area. This can make it extremely difficult to maintain a healthy weight, and can also lead to other health problems such as high blood pressure and diabetes. Navigating stress, weight management The relationship between stress and weight management is complex and can be difficult to know how to combat it. However, there are several strategies that can help you manage your stress and maintain a healthy weight. The first step is to fully understand the connection between the two. Stress can cause a number of physical and emotional changes in the body, including increased appetite and cravings for sugary or fatty foods. These changes can make it difficult to resist the temptation to indulge in unhealthy […]
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The ‘healing’ exercise has been providing impressive results for over 100 years. An expert has revealed how a 100-year-old form of exercise can promise a “completely new body” and make you look and feel much younger. Ageing is a natural process, but if you want to take action and feel your best as you get older, adopting a certain fitness regime that promotes healing and regeneration could help you achieve this. That exercise is Pilates, which strengthens your muscles and gets you moving while also having plenty of anti-ageing benefits. It’s also low-intensity and low impact, making it accessible for people of almost all abilities to take up. To help people understand how beneficial Pilates can be, instructor Abby McLachlan spoke to the Express and shared how it can act as the ultimate anti-ager. She said: “Pilates is nearly 100 years old, with origins rooted in healing and rehabilitation. “It was invented by Joseph Pilates initially to help fellow inmates develop muscle strength at an internment camp on the Isle of Man but now is practised in gyms and boutique studios around the world, including at East of Eden in Walthamstow. “Like yoga, it is a mind and body practise, […]
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Yoga is not only a great form of workout but also encourages mental and physical relaxation. It helps minimize stress and anxiety while promoting flexibility, strength, and pain relief. There are yoga poses designed to relieve physical blockages such as muscle knots. Believe it or not, it also helps release emotions and tension by injecting a lot of mood-boosting endorphins into your body. All these elements lead to less stress and more peace. Yoga helps you become more aware of the transitory nature of bodily sensations, feelings, and thoughts. As a result, you will become less attached to your ideas and learn to understand your emotions better. Research-Backed Benefits of Yoga for Stress There is plenty of scientific evidence that supports the stress-relieving effects of yoga. As per a study done in 2018, women who did Hatha yoga three times a day for four weeks straight noticed a significant reduction in stress, anxiety, and depression levels. Yoga is a complementary medication in addition to prescription drugs. In-depth studies are required to investigate yoga’s long-term role in releasing stress, anxiety, and depression. Similarly, a study done on a small group of adult men in 2020 showed that specific benefits of […]
