Relax & Lose Weight

For some or other reason we have chose to believe the lie that being busy means we are successful.  If our schedules are fully booked we feel as if we have accomplished something. It is no surprise then that we have equated losing weight with getting busy as well. But, in fact the contrary could be true in your case.

Taking time to relax could actually be the switch that may flip weight loss.

The role of cortisol

When you relax you will not release excess cortisol (stress hormone). Persistent and continuous stress elevates the amount of cortisol and you may gain weight as a result. Why? Cortisol triggers a craving for quick energy foods such as fries, crisps, lollies and pastries. This extra energy is then stored as fat, mainly tummy fat. Adding insult to injury, cortisol contributes to you being hungry more often. But wait, there’s more! Cortisol can also cause decreased muscle mass because it lowers testosterone levels.  The less muscle you have, the less fat you will burn.

The science of relaxation

The good things in life do not ‘just happen.’ You have to be intentional about it.  The same goes for relaxing. Plan for it. Harvard researchers have learned that deep relaxation could result in changes all the way down to our genetic level. It activates disease fighting genes.1
These switched on genes contributed to protection from high blood pressure, rheumatoid arthritis, pain and even infertility.

Good news – You can learn how to relax

The good news is that it is never too late to start relaxing. Participants in the above mentioned Harvard study started applying the prescribed relaxation methods and it only took two months for their bodies to begin changing.  Genes that fight inflammation and help prevent cancer began turning on! And the more they practiced relaxation, the more improved were the benefits.

You can’t afford not to relax. Too much is riding on this. Start now and in just a couple short months, you can be enjoying the genetic benefits of robust health.

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Online training

Incorporating the Four Pillars of Health into my training, I have developed an online training program. If you would like to work with me, but you are not in the Clarkson area, you can now do so via my online training program.  For as little as $25 per week we could work together to help you achieve your goals.

Contact me on 0437 314 920 or visit my site http://www.thrivefitnessonline.trainerize.com to find out more about my online training program and how it works.

Source:

1. http://www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/relax–its-good-for-you-20090819-eqlo.html