Feeling more pressure than usual? Maybe a new stress management tool can help. The MYXfitness coaches share their go-to hacks to get you on the right road to managing stress and leading a happier, healthier life.
1. Get Moving
Coach Donna: Moving is my go-to for stress management. It is tempting to sit at my computer all day and work, but when I move, I feel more productive and less stressed out. Whether it is a run, ride, yoga, workout, or walk, I find time to move to keep my stress under control.
Coach Shaun: My go-to is probably running.
Coach Justin: HIIT workouts!
2. Just Breathe
Coach Jesse: I like breathwork. It’s a bit like meditation but more action-oriented.
Coach Lauren: I take a pause and focus on a deep inhale and then exhale for twice as long as the inhale. This helps strengthen my parasympathetic nervous system and lessen the stress response.
Coach Dyan: Breathwork is the one thing I can always count on to bring me back to calm when coping with stress.
3. Unplug & Embrace Nature
Coach Kristin: I like going for a walk outside and taking in nature. I will sit by the river and take my shoes off, placing them on the stones or the earth. It’s very grounding.
Coach Christina: I go for a drive by myself with no music or sound, just open windows and fresh air.
4. Reclaim Control
Coach Garner: I try to focus on what I have control over in a stressful situation.
Coach Sara: I clean my kitchen before going to bed. Coming downstairs to a clean kitchen makes me happy. I know that when I wake up to dirty dishes, I’ll start my day feeling anxious.
5. Zone Out
Coach Dan: I put on relaxing lo-fi music and give myself permission to zone out for a set amount of time while I pet my cat.
Thanks for sharing coaches!
