Taking more stress also increases the size of the waist, know how to reduce your 'Stress Belly' without going to the gym
Stress Management & Weight Loss: Along with removing obesity, these exercises also calm the mind
Taking more stress also increases the size of the waist, know how to reduce your 'Stress Belly' without going to the gym
Losing weight is the goal of most people. Especially removing abdominal fat, which is also called stress belly in common language. Here are some specific tips to boost your weight loss and keep yourself fit.
Stress has become so common that every person struggles with it many times in their life. But prolonged stress means that a person may have to deal with many physical and mental ailments. It can also cause weight gain, especially near the abdomen. Research says that stress can cause abdominal fat. This is also called a stress belly, which is a way of describing how stress and stress hormones affect your stomach.
Abdominal fat is linked to a number of serious health problems, including increased risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes and shortness of breath. But the good news in all of this is that you can do a lot to kick your stress belly or boost up weight loss.
What is Stress belly
The stress belly is one way to explain how stress and hormones affect your weight, especially in your belly. For example, high levels of cortisol, the primary stress hormone linked to abdominal obesity. Occurring in the adrenal gland, this essential hormone also helps with blood sugar control, metabolism and many other functions of the body.
Taking more stress also increases the size of the waist, know how to your 'Stress Belly' without going to the gym
Cortisol along with other hormones like adrenaline acts as a fighter for the body in times of trouble. During a stressful time, the cortisol level gives you the energy to fight it. And once the stress is gone, everything is back to normal.
If you are struggling with stress for a long time, it affects your health in many ways. Blood pressure rises, blood sugar levels rise and stress cortisol levels too. Chronic stress triggers elevated cortisol levels, which are associated with weight gain and abdominal obesity.
For example, a study published in the journal Psychosomatic Medicine reports that people with high levels of cortisol in the body had higher waist size and body mass index than people with low levels. Similarly, in a 2018 review study, it was found that people who have high cortisol levels in the body for a long time also have abdominal obesity. However, it has also been observed that not everyone with obesity has high cortisol levels because genetics may play a role in glucocorticoid sensitivity.
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Exercises for Stress Relief: Pilates is not just a workout but is much more than a workout. Often we talk about the physical benefits of Pilates, but it is also beneficial to our mental and moral health to a great extent.
Exercises for Stress Relief: Pilates is not just a workout but is much more than a workout. Often we talk about the physical benefits of Pilates, but it is also beneficial to our mental and moral health to a great extent. Talking about Reformer Pilates, it helps in reducing your stress along with stretching your muscles. It relaxes the muscles and also works to get rid of body pain. So let us tell you the benefits of Pilates which are effective for reducing your weight as well as for your mental health.
Helpful in recovering from depression and anxiety. Exercises for Stress Relief
Pilates and breathing exercises help in reducing any kind of tension. Pilates not only improves physical health but also helps in restoring emotional balance. Not only this, but for a short time, it gives a person a chance to relax by separating from his hectic and stressful life. Pilates exercises help to reduce restlessness and restlessness as well as promote internal stability.
1. Reduces stress hormones
Pilates, on the other hand, lowers the stress hormone cortisol and, like other forms of exercise, increases the body's endorphins, which are feel-good chemicals that naturally boost your mood. They help you deal with stress and relax.
2. Improves Sleep
Due to the deteriorating lifestyle, the worst effect is on our sleep. In such a situation, according to experts, there are some Pilates moves that help in improving your sleep. It includes stretching and spinal rolling that improve blood circulation, help open up hard joints and stretch muscles. Incorporating Pilates exercises into your regular routine improves the quality of your sleep.
3. Self Care
Yoga and Pilates play a huge role in self-care. It helps you to improve you mentally and physically to a great extent. Pilates helps you stay focused along with making you physically and mentally strong. Pilates works like any meditation in your body.
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