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Tips to relax
Getting
active lowers your stress levels. It releases endorphins into your body
which makes you feel better. Here are seven tips for an active week.
Put them up on your fridge or by the computer – and enjoy!
 1. Take a lunchtime walk (or a jog) –
it’ll take your mind off work and relax and warm your tight, stressed
muscles. Even better, take a friend or workmate with you and talk while
you go – talking about problems really helps.
2. Walk your calls and emails – moving
helps you feel better so walk every chance you get. If you need to talk
to someone at work put down the phone and go see them instead.
3. Take steps – use the stairs instead
of the lift.
4. Go home early – one day this week
go home early, grab a ball and take the children to the park. Running
around with your kids really puts your life into perspective. You’ll
also set a great example for them!
5. Take part in a lunchtime activity – do the Relaxation for Living muscle-easing exercises, go to a yoga class, do a few lengths at the local pool or join a work sports team – it’ll be a great bit of team bonding.
6. Drink more water – your brain (and
all of your organs) needs water to function properly, so drink lots of
it.
7. Get your blood flowing – stand up,
take a few deep breaths, roll your shoulders slowly at first, then
speed up to one rotation per second. Keep it up for a minute and feel
your neck muscles warm up and relax. Imagine what a brisk 15 minute
walk or jog could do for you.
(SPARC New Zealand, 'Push Play to Stress Less')
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