How to Care for Your Body and Mind While Social Distancing
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Spending more time in our homes doesn’t mean we should lie around for extended periods of time and abandon our regular health and fitness goals. If anything, the COVID-19 outbreak means we should do more to nourish our minds and bodies—as good self-care could help to keep us stronger and healthier during the global crisis we’re facing. For some tips on caring for your mind and body during this difficult time, check out the resources below.
Manage Anxiety, Stress, and Negative Emotions
The pandemic is no time to put your mental health on the back burner. Finding ways to cope with stress is crucial during this difficult time.
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Clearing Bad Energy from Your Home
Get Physically Fit at Home or Outside
There are many creative ways to incorporate at-home fitness into your routine, regardless of the space requirements you may be working with. If you venture outside, make sure you take safety precautions, and if you’re able to go to your gym or studio, try to attend smaller classes if possible.
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Relax and Unwind with Yoga and Meditation
Strength and flexibility benefits aside, Yoga and Meditation can be powerful stress reduction tools. These helpful links can guide you through your practice, with no need to leave the home.
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Free Online Yoga Classes to Try at Home
Build a Home Gym or Yoga Studio
While waiting for the pandemic to pass, find space in your home to exercise. This could be an extra bedroom or rarely used dining room, or you can build out a new workout space.
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Even if your gym, meditation center, yoga studio, or therapist’s office is closed during the COVID-19 outbreak, you can still care for your mind and body from the comfort and safety of your home. With access to these great tips and resources, you’ll have all the information you need to nourish your mind and body, burn calories, build strength and alleviate anxiety while continuing to maintain distance from others.
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Written by Stephanie Haywood at mylifeboost.com
