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Vancouver Personal Trainer?s Tips For Reducing Stress

Tuesday, 03 April 2012

Bills to pay, deadlines at work, debts to settle, traffic jams, family commitments and concerns?do these sound familiar? This list goes on and on and they all contribute to stress. Stress can be defined as a state of mental or emotional strain typically characterized by a host of negative side effects such as: headaches, irritability, muscular tension, depression, anxiety, a lowered immune system and an increase in heart rate and blood pressure. These manifestations of stress wreak havoc on the body and undoubtedly can lead to interruptions in productivity and sleep patterns. On a long-term basis, stress can be linked to a multitude of serious diseases and disorders. As a Vancouver personal trainer, I realize that we can?t just wave a magic wand and eliminate all the stressors in our lives. I can, however, give you some advice on some methods that will help to combat and reduce stress. By adopting even a few of these techniques, you can be well on your way to alleviating the risk of developing the possibility of health related illnesses. Photo Courtesy of Alan Cleaver Regular Exercise: This causes an increase in blood flow and oxygen. Endorphins (?feel good? chemicals) are released, which are hugely advantageous for mental clarity and well-being, in addition to having a very positive physical benefit. Healthy Diet: Fueling our bodies and brains with proper nutrition is essential. Often we neglect our diet when we are stressed and make poor food choices or suppress our appetites. Taking the time to eat a healthy diet, no matter what the situation is, will assist you in stress reduction. Organization: Disorganization and procrastination add to our stressful lifestyles. If we clean up our agendas and ?to-do? lists, a weight will be lifted from our shoulders. Try to move forward rather than aimlessly spinning your wheels! Focus: Start the day with a plan. Prioritize and stay on track and focused on those necessary steps throughout the day. Take it another step and write an ongoing journal to organize your tasks, thoughts and feelings. Private Time: Do something each day for yourself even if it is only for 15 minutes. Soak in a tub, meditate, read a book, get a massage or take a power nap. Renew your mind and body with a little reward. Laugh: This can be the best medicine of all. Laughing stimulates circulation, exercises our diaphragm and other muscles and acts like a natural painkiller. Stretch Throughout The Day: This will release tension and help relaxation of the mind and body. If we neglect to take that necessary break, the tension will continue to build up leaving us with tight and sore muscles that could have lasting negative effects. (see stretching 101 mfit blog) We all need to realize that the evils of stress can take their toll on both our physical health and mental well-being. Having a clearer view of what we are plagued with may help our battle against stress. Just remember that you?re not alone. Stress affects everyone. Don?t let it get the better of you. Follow some of these Vancouver personal trainer suggestions and book one of our April stretch sessions at mfit.ca and start to lessen your stress. About Cassandra: My passion for health and fitness, coupled with my teaching background, led me to becoming a personal trainer. I strongly believe in the necessity for an active, fitness oriented lifestyle which encompasses a balance of cardio, strength, flexibility and recreation and this has undoubtedly had an impact throughout my lifetime. It gives me great satisfaction to pass along my knowledge and enthusiasm with the highest standard of service, safety and professionalism to all those who want to adopt a lifestyle of physical and mental health and wellness. To book your appointment with Cassandra call us at 604.732.4884 or email ustoday!

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