Life Time expert breaks down the 7 types of
rest for full-body wellness
CHANHASSEN, Minn., April 17,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Like any well-operating machine,
the human body needs downtime in order to rest and recharge. For
many, resting seems indulgent or nonproductive; but without rest,
our bodies run the risk of shutting down.
April is National Stress Awareness Month and to help understand
the powerful mind-body connection in wellness, Tory Schaefer, Life Time's Senior Director of
Yoga, explores the signs you might be in a deficit of one of the
seven types of rest, as well as quick ways to incorporate rest as
part of your routine.
"Our lives are busy and filled with stressors, making rest a
non-negotiable part of living a healthy, happy life," says
Schaefer. "Rest supports injury prevention and overall wellbeing.
Whether it's through physical rejuvenation with our yoga classes
and recovery space or mental relaxation through our digital
meditation programs, Life Time is dedicated to growing its
offerings that fuel rest and recovery."
The seven types of rest are:
- Physical: Our bodies are good at giving us clear warning
signs to slow down and enjoy physical rest. As soon as everyday
tasks are too heavy a lift, or your immune system can't stay up to
speed, it is good to consider how to incorporate physical rest into
your routine. Something as quick as a 15-minute nap is an excellent
place to start.
- Mental: Our minds need rest just as much as our bodies.
When you start avoiding certain activities or are feeling in a
mental fog and snappish, it's time to give your brain a break. Try
going outside for a quick 10-minute walk as mental rest.
- Emotional: As humans, we inherently care for others and
want to show up as our best selves. This, however, can be draining
on our emotional batteries. When you are worrying excessively or
are feeling discouraged about life, consider what factors are
causing this stress and get in the habit of setting boundaries to
give yourself emotional rest.
- Social: Much like our emotional battery, your social
battery needs to be charged – whether that be alone or in the
presence of people who lift your spirits. Feelings of detachment or
loneliness are good indicators you might be in need of social rest
through people who make you feel energized and seen.
- Sensory: Our senses can easily be bombarded from the
sights, sounds and smells of everyday life. When you're feeling
overwhelmed from the likes, consider how to build sensory rest into
your routine. It could be a quick break for your eyes or a walk to
escape a loud work environment.
- Creative: For those who are consistently flexing their
creative muscles, giving your mind a break to allow creativity to
regenerate will help reduce the feeling of burnout. Building in
breaks to let your mind wander is a simple way to take creative
rest.
- Spiritual: Rest is powerful and necessary, but for many
that can be difficult to admit. Feelings of helplessness, numbness,
and apathy are all indicators that our body and mind are in need of
reconnection. For many, prayer, meditation or connection to nature
are simple ways to find spiritual rest.
For more on rest and mindfulness habits, check out the May/June
edition of Life Time's Experience Life magazine.
Life Time also offers programs and services to help you achieve
your rest goals, no matter which type of rest you are in need of.
Whether it's spiritual rest through yoga and meditation or physical
rest through a trip to the LifeSpa, find the right fit for you at
one of more than 170 athletic country clubs. Learn more at
lifetime.life.
About Life Time®
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people
to live healthy, happy lives through its portfolio of more than 170
athletic country clubs across the United
States and Canada and via
its complimentary digital app. The Company's healthy way of life
communities and ecosystem address all aspects of healthy living,
healthy aging and healthy entertainment for people 90 days to 90+
years old. Supported by a team of more than 37,000 dedicated
professionals, Life Time is committed to providing the best
programs and experiences through its clubs, iconic athletic events
and comprehensive digital platform.
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