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Socials & Contact

*     @ellefrizzell

*     ellefrizzell.com

*     My eBook

*     My free resources & guides


Why We Need Rest

*     Restore energy levels

*     Grow muscle

*     Repair tissue

*     Synthesis hormones

*     Reduce cortisol levels (stress)

*     Lower blood pressure

*     Improve heart health

*     Boost your mood

*     Improve your productivity


Effects of Not Resting

*     Mood swings

*     Brain fog

*     Fatigue /adrenal fatigue

*     Hormone imbalance

*     Poor recover / tissue repair

*     Increased inflammation

*     More prone to injury

*     Higher risk of obesity

*     Higher risk of type 2 diabetes

*     Less productive

*     Lack of motivation


Ways to Rest

*     Schedule in rest time

*     Take time out

*     Take a vacation / staycation

*     Time with friends / family

*     Talk to someone

*     Write

*     Self care

*     Sleep

*     Meditate /  mindfulness

*     Listen to music

*     Active rest: walking, yoga, stretching


Resources

*     Best rated online therapy services

*     Best rated sleep apps

*     5 min clear your mind yoga

*     10 min stress relief yoga

*     25 min full body stetch

*     My favourite bath salts


Thank you for listening, don’t forget to rate, review & tell your friends & family about this podcast.


Health & happiness, Elle x

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