Do you make time in your day to be active? Making time for some physical activity is a necessary part of managing stress even if it is only a few minutes per day.  Luckily, I did get to go to the gym for some interval training. I haven’t been able to exercise that much because detoxing from Lyme disease makes me so tired and weak sometimes. But thankfully each day is getting better and better as long as I make time to rest.

Being Active to Reduce Stress

One of the most important factors in managing stress is being active. This doesn’t mean you have to work out for 2 hours per day because really who has time for that! To be honest, intense workouts are really not that good for you. In other words, exercise is still considered stress on your body.  As we get older, we need to change our workouts to meet our body’s needs.

Pick one physical activity you enjoy and start slowly.

For example, it could be as simple as going for a walk. Being in nature is extremely relaxing for the nervous system and will boost your mood as well. Let’s just say if I go without working out for too long I am extremely moody. Just ask my family 😉 Let’s face it… I am a crabby Cancer sign and in my 40’s so yes I NEED to move to help improve my mood swings!

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Physical Aspect of Health

In my last post, I mentioned the 5 Aspects of Whole Health – Physical, Emotional, Nutritional, Environmental, and Spiritual™© and how I would explore each of them in my blog. My job as a Whole Health Educator™ and Wellness Coach is to provide my clients with a big picture understanding of health and disease and to explain how STRESS affects us.

For most of us, understanding health and disease is a puzzle. There are so many moving parts to figure out the best ways to age gracefully, stay healthy, and avoid or manage a disease. I am here to help and keep it simple for you!

The first of the Five Aspects of Whole Health™ I am going to share with you is the PHYSICAL component. This aspect is made of the physical body which consists of systems, organs, and tissues which are all fully interdependent. The physical body is integrated through the function of our central nervous system which consists of our brain and spinal nerves. OK don’t fall asleep yet!

It is good to have a basic understanding of how our bodies work to know how to keep it going and live life to the fullest.  Simply put, the nervous system allows our brain to communicate with the rest of our body. Keep that in mind. It is pretty amazing how it all works!

So be nice to your body and make it a goal to engage in some physical activity daily to stimulate that nervous system.  I promise your body will thank you for it 🙂

xo

Jill DeMasi

Jill DeMasi is a Lifestyle Blogger, Licensed Massage Therapist, and a Certified Wellness Coach with a passion for helping others manage stress, chronic pain, and anxiety. Learn more about her journey and wellness practice that offers natural solutions to stress at www.AtTheHeartofWellness.com.

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Disclaimer: The information contained in this document is for general education purposes only and is not intended to treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical conditions. Check with your health practitioner before making diet and lifestyle changes.