How stress kills your progress
I came across this list of 6 different kinds of stress a while ago and thought it was eye-opening.
Since most of us deal with more than one kind of stress at a time, you can see how it really adds up!
Physical stress: bad night of sleep, being sick, hungry, or injured
Mental stress: rough day at work, too many decisions to make, overwhelmed
Emotional stress: feeling guilty, grief, anger, hate, frustration
Social stress: disagreements with others, feeling lonely, etc.
Existential stress: feeling hopeless, wondering what it all means, etc.
Environmental stress: loud noises, unsafe surroundings, hot or cold temperatures, stuck in traffic, etc.
Creating a lifestyle that helps you prevent and manage those stresses will help you become more resilient – and can stop stress from getting in the way of your goals.
PLUS: the same steps that help you manage stress will also move you CLOSER to your fitness goals.
Getting enough sleep
Exercise and being active
Eating a healthy diet
Practicing stress management techniques that work with you (yoga, breathing exercises, etc.)
Make time for YOU today! You deserve it.
