Can’t relax, too much on your mind?

If you’ve got a lot on your mind, channel your thoughts into something you enjoy, or try something new. You’ll find the benefits are enormous.

Exercise
Exercise will help you feel refreshed and energised.
Regular exercise, even just a short walk can help to keep you fit and help you feel refreshed. Aerobic Exercise can lift your mood, alleviate any sluggishness, strengthen your muscles and improve general fitness levels leaving you feeling energised. Exercises dedicated to help you find relaxation, includes, amongst others, Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi

Yoga is good for the body and the mind. The breathing used in Yoga directly affects the nervous system, creating the “relaxation response”. Yoga allows you to feel calm, cool and in control. Yoga products are available from our site.

Originating from ancient China, Tai Chi is a system of exercise where movements flow into one another in a slow, graceful pattern. Tai Chi has been inspiring men and women of all ages, lifestyles and levels of fitness for centuries. Tranquillity, Relaxation, Vitality, are just some of the benefits.

Pilates was developed over 70 years ago by Joseph Pilates. It is designed to revitalise every part of your body. Through small, controlled movements, Pilates helps to lengthen short muscles, strengthen weak muscles, improve breathing, rejuvenate and relax you in body and mind.

Important: Before starting any new exercise routines, always check with your doctor first.

There are many calming music and meditation CD’s available to help transport you away from everyday pressures. Try a title that appeals to you

NOTES

Hormones released during stress can deplete the body of mineral Magnesium.- heat, trauma, pain & excitement increase the need for Magnesium.

Effects of deficiency include- difficulty relaxing, insomnia, muscle spasms & fatigue. The best natural sources are porridge oats, green leafy veg, sesame & sunflower seeds.