Press Reset on Stress

Press Reset on Stress, [1.21 MB PDF]

We all need to recognize the importance of stress and the impact it may be having on us.

Addressing stress isn’t just about feeling better; it’s about fundamentally promoting health.

We can all benefit from learning methods to mitigate stress that have well-documented beneficial effects on inflammation, oxidative stress, stress hormones, blood pressure, blood sugar, and sleep.

Some of these tools, such as deep breathing and relaxation techniques, are easy to learn and can help “press reset on stress”—anytime, anywhere.And doing so can have cumulative effects—preventing stress from building up during the day, and giving us a better night’s sleep and more energy the next day for physical activity, which itself helps relieve stress.Think of it as a “positive snowball” effect, leading to better health.

Movement Matters: Shoulder Mobility

Taro Iwamoto guides you through a short shoulder mobility routine.

All you need for this practice is your body, mat, dowel and your attention.

Follow along and get your shoulders moving!

Movement Matters Bending Forward

Whether standing tall or bending, thinking of your body as an archer’s bow can make you stronger, and it can also make movement easier because it allows for more internal space. You can see a video of this concept at Tip 68.