Stress is bad for your body, there is no doubt here. Not only does it decrease your immune defenses, but it also increases fat in the worst place possible-inside your stomach cavity.
Now keep in mind that even if you have low subcutaneous fat, you could be holding onto excess internal fat in your stomach. And this type of fat does not look good because it causes the typical pot belly look.
So here is how to lower stress for accelerated fat loss:
1. Figure out your triggers: Keep a log of the specific events that cause your stress responses. I know this sounds simple, but most people do NOT do this. And keep in mind that memory is fickle because we are bombarded with too much information on a daily basis.
2. Act out: Now I’m not talking about going all out, instead let exercise vaporize whatever is bothering you. You see, our bodies are made to handle stress with exercise. In fact, it’s probably one of the best ways to deal with stress because it will also increase your physical health.
3. Be careful with words: Words are extremely powerful. A simple change in wording can make a world of difference. So never use absolutes and never use harsh words when talking to yourself. Many times, you will be your harshest critic.
4. Use your social ties: People who are not afraid or hesitant to tap into their social networks are very healthy. You see, we are not made to live in vacuums. Instead, we are much better off when we get through problems with the help of others.
5. Save some money: Saving money is one of the best things you can do to prevent the biggest stressor of all: financial destruction. Now the amount you save doesn’t have to be huge, but it should be significant. And knowing that you have a pocket of money stashed away will keep your mind and stress at ease.
Stress should be taken very seriously. So if you are not practicing the above, please start implementing these strategies today, not tomorrow. After all, tomorrow usually never comes!
Author Katherine Crawford, a Harvard exercise physiologist and recent arm fat sufferer, is an expert on the best arm toning exercises for the speediest results. Discover how to get toned arms right now by visiting her blog on the best strategies to get toned arms.
