Exercise Tip: Beat the Stress

Feeling stressed?  Aerobic workouts are fantastic stress beaters.  

Exercise helps relieve stress through several different physical mechanisms:

Fifteen minutes of any activity that works the major muscle groups such as walking, running, cycling, swimming, and climbing stairs helps relax the muscles.

Exercise helps your body metabolize stress hormones more quickly.

Exercise releases endorphins, those naturally produced chemicals that relieve stress and promote an exercise “high” along with a sense of “feel good” hormones and well-being.

When you’re feeling stressed or overwhelmed, take the best reliever for stress:  Exercise!

Believe In Yourself,
Cathy

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My name is Cathy Wilson. I am married and have two children. I am a PCC, Professional Certified Coach, a high-level accreditation from the International Coach Federation, and a CLC, Certified Life Coach. I have specialty training in addiction, back on track (to reach weight loss/maintenance goals or any other goals in your life), and group coaching. I am an instructor with Bariatric University and teach coach training. I had RNY Lap Gastric Bypass Surgery in 2001. I lost 147 pounds. The best part is whether I lost weight through my surgery, I not only lost my excess weight but found my life. Join me as your partner to lose weight and find YOUR life.

One Response to “Exercise Tip: Beat the Stress”

  1. Jason 17. Feb, 2009 at 10:53 pm #

    Good tips. Exercise is the only way to burn stress hormones, otherwise they will build up in your body overtime.

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