It may sound counterintuitive, but one of the best ways to boost your energy is to take a little more rest.
“A yoga workout can relieve physical tension and regulate your breathing in such a way that it improves not only your body but also your mind,” says yoga expert Kathryn Budig.
According to a recent study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, even a single yoga session can help combat concentration problems or sluggishness.
When we feel down or stressed, we unconsciously tense many muscles, which causes our breathing to become faster and shallower. When we relax the body and open the chest, we can breathe more deeply. This helps us feel less restricted and brings greater calm to the body.
Doing just 15 minutes of yoga not only stimulates the mind but also the body, creating calm in both breath and mind.
Helpful exercises include those that open the hips, hamstrings, shoulders, and chest.