Modern day life can be stressful and fast paced. You have a to-do list longer than the great American novel, the kids aren’t ready for school and your boss is nagging you for that work deadline. Boiling point is being reached and stress levels are reaching critical. Sound familiar? Check out our top 10 ways to de-stress before you go all Incredible Hulk and let stress overwhelm you! 10. Meditation: Not as weird and new age as you’d expect, meditation can be a great way of relaxing and de-stressing both when you are stressed, but also as a preventative measure. Try deep breathing, inhaling … [Read more...]
Practical Fitness Tips For Stressed Out High School Students
Hello everyone. Today’s guest post comes from Brian Jenkins who writes for BrainTrack.com - an excellent online resource for students. ----- Too much stress in high school can lead to poor grades, burning out, and stress-related illnesses. Some students cope with stress by overeating or spending hours in front of the computer or television. What are some better alternatives for high school students? Exercise Physical activity helps to use up the excess energy created by stress. Stressed out students should shoot to get at least 30 minutes of exercise every day. Fast paced aerobic … [Read more...]