Did you know that the body can't tell the difference between any of the different types of stress. Your body can be stressed from being over-worked, a hard workout in the gym, or drinking a strong cup of coffee. This is because the stress hormone cortisol is released in the body as a result of the stressor or stimuli. Stress is one of the biggest causes of inflammation, poor recovery and illness. If your cortisol remains elevated (or out of balance), your body will not recover. Over stress can impact your hormones, which can lead to low testosterone or estrogen in females, digestive issues, plateaus, regression, mood imbalances, lowered immunity, and a lack of “pep in your step” for the gym.
Unfortunately, managing stress is often easier said than done. Many of the stresses in our daily lives, like social media or your email inbox are small in comparison to some of life’s greater challenges. When you are feeling overwhelmed, it’s helpful to keep things in perspective. A slight change can make all the difference in decreasing your internal stress. Here are some simple strategies to help you manage day to day:
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